Louse Fly vs Three-Cornered Alfalfa Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Louse Fly | Three-Cornered Alfalfa Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippobosca equina | Spissistilus festinus |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Hippoboscidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 7-8 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Louse Fly
A flattened bloodsucking fly parasite of horses and cattle with powerful clawed legs for clinging to fur. Adults are incredibly tough and difficult to crush.
Did You Know?
Its body is so tough and flattened that it can withstand being stepped on by its horse host without injury.
Three-Cornered Alfalfa Treehopper
A small green wedge-shaped treehopper that is a pest of soybeans and alfalfa. It girdles plant stems during egg-laying, causing significant crop damage.
Did You Know?
Its stem-girdling egg-laying habit can cause soybean plants to snap at the base in strong winds.