Treehopper vs Alpine Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Treehopper | Alpine Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cladonota benitezi | Kosciuscola tristis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | Body 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America | Australia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Treehopper
A bizarre treehopper with an elaborate pronotal helmet covered in ball-like projections.
Did You Know?
Its pronotal sculpture may mimic a parasitic fungus to deter predators.
Alpine Grasshopper
A striking color-changing grasshopper found in the Australian Alps above the snowline. Males turn from dark black-brown to brilliant turquoise blue when warmed by sunlight.
Did You Know?
Males change from black to vivid blue in minutes as their body temperature rises in the sun.