Sage Leafhopper vs Broad-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sage Leafhopper | Broad-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupteryx melissae | Nomotettix cristatus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 3-3.5 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sage Leafhopper
A small, attractively marked leafhopper found on sage and other labiates in gardens. Feeding causes pale stippling on leaves. Originally Mediterranean but expanding northward.
Did You Know?
Has expanded its range significantly northward in Europe, likely benefiting from climate change and herb gardening.
Broad-backed Grouse Locust
A pygmy grasshopper with a high crested pronotum that gives it a broad-backed appearance. It inhabits dry forest floors in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Its tall pronotal crest makes it look remarkably like a tiny piece of bark or wood chip on the forest floor.