Oak Leafhopper vs Clown Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Leafhopper | Clown Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Typhlocyba quercus | Mictis profana |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Coreidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Parks | Gardens |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Leafhopper
A tiny pale green leafhopper found on oak trees. Feeds by piercing leaf cells, causing pale stippling. Can be extremely abundant on oaks in summer.
Did You Know?
Can occur in such high densities that they rain down from oak trees when branches are shaken.
Clown Bug
A large Australian coreid bug also known as the crusader bug for the cross-shaped pattern on its back. It is a common garden visitor.
Did You Know?
The white cross pattern on its folded wings gives it the alternate name 'crusader bug' in Australia.