
Community identification
Flatid Planthopper Nymph
Family Flatidae (genus/species uncertain)
- Order & Family
- Order Hemiptera, Family Flatidae
- Size
- 3 to 8 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Found on the stems and leaves of various plants, including shrubs, trees, and garden crops.
Diet & Feeding
Herbivorous; they pierce plant stems with their proboscis to suck out sap (phloem).
Behavior Patterns
Nymphs are covered in white, waxy, hair-like filaments for protection; they are known for their ability to jump long distances when disturbed.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans; they can be minor garden pests by secreting honeydew that leads to sooty mold, but they do not pose a significant threat to healthy plants.