European Froghopper vs Banded Alder Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Froghopper | Banded Alder Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora europaea | Rosalia funebris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 25-38mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Froghopper
A common froghopper across European woodlands, feeding on various broad-leaved trees. Adults are well camouflaged on bark with mottled brown coloration.
Did You Know?
Like all froghoppers, its powerful hind legs can launch it instantly into the air to escape threats.
Banded Alder Borer
A striking longhorn beetle with bold black and white banding and long banded antennae. It breeds in dead alder and other hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
It is the North American counterpart of the famous European Rosalia alpina and equally beautiful but less endangered.