Thorn-Mimic Treehopper vs Picromerus Predatory Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thorn-Mimic Treehopper | Picromerus Predatory Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchenopa binotata | Picromerus bidens |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 11-14 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Picromerus Predatory Bug
A dark brown predatory stink bug with two prominent pronotal spines found across Europe. It is an important natural enemy of caterpillars in forests and orchards. Adults have a distinctly spiny appearance.
Did You Know?
It hunts by gripping caterpillars many times its own weight with its strong forelegs while injecting paralyzing saliva, then draining the prey over several hours.