Derbid Planthopper vs Marsh Treader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Derbid Planthopper | Marsh Treader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anotia bonnetii | Hydrometra stagnorum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Derbidae | Hydrometridae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States, Caribbean, Central America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Derbid Planthopper
A delicate planthopper with elongated, paddle-shaped wings held flat over the body. It is pale yellowish-green and often found resting on palm fronds and broad-leaved plants.
Did You Know?
Unlike most planthoppers, derbid nymphs are mycophagous, feeding on fungal hyphae in leaf litter and rotting wood before switching to plant sap as adults.
Marsh Treader
An extremely slender, stick-like bug with a greatly elongated head. It walks slowly across floating vegetation and water surfaces at pond margins, probing for tiny prey.
Did You Know?
Its elongated head and rostrum give it a bizarre twig-like appearance, providing excellent camouflage among vegetation.