Japanese Blister Beetle vs Brazilian Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Blister Beetle | Brazilian Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta gorhami | Bocydium globulare |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Blister Beetle
A black and orange striped blister beetle found in Japan and Korea. Known as 'tsuchi-hanmyo.' Contains cantharidin, a blistering agent, in its body fluids as a defense against predators.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, this beetle exudes hemolymph containing cantharidin from its leg joints, which can cause painful blisters on human skin.
Brazilian Treehopper
One of the most bizarre insects alive — its helmet has bulbous globular projections resembling a tiny helicopter. The structures may confuse predators about the insects true shape.
Did You Know?
The treehoppers wild head ornaments are made from a modified pronotum — these structures evolved from wing-like precursors and are unlike anything else in the insect world.