European Froghopper vs Iron Prominent Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Froghopper | Iron Prominent Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora europaea | Notodonta dromedarius |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Iron Prominent Moth
A richly colored moth with rusty-brown forewings marked with yellow and dark patches. Its caterpillar sports a dramatic dorsal hump like a dromedary camel.
Did You Know?
Its scientific name dromedarius refers to the camel-like hump on its caterpillar's back.