Thorn-Mimic Treehopper vs Common Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thorn-Mimic Treehopper | Common Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchenopa binotata | Cerastipsocus venosus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Psocidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 4.0-6.0 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Thorn-Mimic Treehopper
A small treehopper with a hump-shaped pronotum that mimics a plant thorn or bud. It is a complex of cryptic species defined by host plant preferences.
Did You Know?
It is actually a complex of multiple species that diverged by adapting to different host plants.
Common Barklouse
A large winged barklouse found in herds on tree trunks in eastern North America. It has prominent veined wings and feeds on algae and lichens.
Did You Know?
These barklice form conspicuous herds of up to several hundred individuals that march across tree trunks in unison.