Red-Banded Leafhopper vs Mountain Shieldbug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-Banded Leafhopper | Mountain Shieldbug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphocephala coccinea | Canthophorus impressus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Cydnidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Scandinavia, Scotland, northern Russia, alpine Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-Banded Leafhopper
A brilliantly colored leafhopper with alternating red and blue-green stripes. It is one of the most visually striking leafhoppers in North America.
Did You Know?
Its candy-striped red and blue pattern makes it look more like a tiny piece of jewelry than an insect.
Mountain Shieldbug
A small, dark brown to black burrowing shieldbug found in Arctic and alpine habitats. It has a broadly oval body with a prominent scutellum. Adults live at the base of plants and in soil crevices.
Did You Know?
This shieldbug emits a strong defensive odor when disturbed, which is particularly pungent in cold Arctic air.