Green Flatid Planthopper vs Pine Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Flatid Planthopper | Pine Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Flatormenis proxima | Aphrophora cribrata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Flatidae | Aphrophoridae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States, Caribbean | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Flatid Planthopper
A delicate bright green planthopper with broad, leaf-like wings held tent-like over the body. When grouped on a stem, multiple individuals together resemble a cluster of leaves.
Did You Know?
Nymphs produce long waxy filaments from their abdomens that trail behind them like a white fluffy tail, earning them the nickname 'fluffy bugs'.
Pine Spittlebug
A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.
Did You Know?
A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.