Small Brown Planthopper vs Highland Froghopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Brown Planthopper | Highland Froghopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Laodelphax striatellus | Neophilaenus lineatus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Delphacidae | Aphrophoridae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 5-7 mm body length |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Europe | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Brown Planthopper
A tiny brown-striped delphacid planthopper that vectors rice stripe virus and rice black-streaked dwarf virus. It has a characteristic spur on its hind tibiae typical of delphacids.
Did You Know?
Unlike tropical rice planthoppers, this species can overwinter in temperate regions, surviving cold winters as nymphs in grass tussocks.
Highland Froghopper
A common froghopper found in mountain grasslands across Europe. Nymphs produce the familiar cuckoo spit on grass stems.
Did You Know?
Nymphs surround themselves with a frothy mass of bubbles for protection and moisture.