Red-Banded Leafhopper vs Papuan Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-Banded Leafhopper | Papuan Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphocephala coccinea | Baeturia conviva |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | New Guinea, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Papuan Cicada
A cicada endemic to New Guinea, part of the most species-rich cicada genus in the region. Males produce distinct clicking or buzzing calls.
Did You Know?
The genus Baeturia contains over 70 species, nearly all restricted to New Guinea and nearby islands.