Ohio Planthoppers | Insects | Hemiptera
Overview Of Ohio Planthoppers
Planthoppers are small plant feeding insects that resemble leafhoppers but often have more elaborate body shapes They inhabit Ohios fields meadows and gardens feeding on plant sap using their piercing mouthparts.
Verified Species Examples
Two Spotted Planthopper Acanalonia Bivittata | Northern Flatid Planthopper Flatormenis Proxima | Citrus Planthopper Metcalfa Pruinosa
Finding And Observing Planthoppers
Planthoppers can be found on stems and leaves where they jump quickly when disturbed Sweeping vegetation with a net often reveals multiple species.
Authoritative Reference Sources
Ohio State University Extension Entomology | Bugguide Iowa State University | Integrated Taxonomic Information System Itis | Peterson Field Guide To Insects
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