European Froghopper vs Western Corsair
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Froghopper | Western Corsair |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora europaea | Rasahus thoracicus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 18-23 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Western North America, Mexico |
| 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.
Western Corsair
A large, dark brown assassin bug found in western North America that occasionally enters homes and can deliver an intensely painful bite. It is nocturnal and attracted to lights. It preys on a variety of insects around buildings.
Did You Know?
Its bite is so painful that it is sometimes mistaken for a scorpion sting, and the pain can persist for hours, earning it frequent complaints to pest control services.