Cicada Assassin Bug vs Ugandan Frog Leafhopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cicada Assassin Bug | Ugandan Frog Leafhopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pselliopus barberi | Batracomorphus ruthae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Cicadellidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Cicada Assassin Bug
A colorful orange and black assassin bug that specializes in hunting cicadas. It uses its powerful raptorial forelegs and venomous bite to subdue large prey.
Did You Know?
It detects cicada prey primarily through the vibrations cicadas produce when calling for mates.
Ugandan Frog Leafhopper
One of seven new frog-like leafhoppers discovered in Uganda's Kibale National Park in 2025. Named in honor of the describing scientist's late mother Ruth.
Did You Know?
Seven of these bizarre frog-shaped leafhoppers were discovered simultaneously in one Ugandan rainforest — suggesting many more undiscovered species await in tropical canopies.