Sudan Plague Locust vs Three-Cornered Alfalfa Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sudan Plague Locust | Three-Cornered Alfalfa Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aiolopus simulatrix | Spissistilus festinus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Membracidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sudan Plague Locust
A slender grasshopper of the Sahel zone that occasionally reaches plague densities after good rains. It is an important crop pest in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Did You Know?
It can breed continuously as long as green vegetation is available, producing several generations per year.
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.