Widefooted Treehopper vs Flatid Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Widefooted Treehopper | Flatid Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campylenchia latipes | Metcalfa pruinosa |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Flatidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Widefooted Treehopper
A North American treehopper with a distinctly angular pronotum and flattened tibiae. It is commonly found on herbaceous vegetation in open habitats.
Did You Know?
Its widened leg segments are thought to help it grip plant stems in windy open habitats.
Flatid Planthopper
A small waxy-white planthopper native to North America that has invaded Europe. Nymphs produce long waxy filaments that make them look like tiny white flowers.
Did You Know?
Large aggregations of waxy nymphs on a branch can be mistaken for fungal growth or strange white blossoms.