Ugandan Frog Leafhopper vs Green Protea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ugandan Frog Leafhopper | Green Protea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batracomorphus ruthae | Smaragdesthes oertzeni |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 12-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Central Africa (DRC, Congo, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Ugandan Frog Leafhopper
One of seven new frog-like leafhoppers discovered in Uganda's Kibale National Park in 2025. Named in honor of the describing scientist's late mother Ruth.
Did You Know?
Seven of these bizarre frog-shaped leafhoppers were discovered simultaneously in one Ugandan rainforest — suggesting many more undiscovered species await in tropical canopies.
Green Protea Beetle
A small but brilliantly metallic green beetle found in Central African forests. It is a frequent visitor to flowering trees and shrubs. The elytra have a smooth, highly reflective surface.
Did You Know?
The intense green color of this beetle remains vivid even in preserved specimens, unlike many other insects whose colors fade.