
Community identification
Flat-headed Leafhopper Nymph
Penthimiola bella
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera: Cicadellidae
- Size
- Approximately 3 to 6 mm in length.
Natural Habitat
Commonly found in North American woodlands, gardens, and urban settings on various woody host plants and shrubs.
Diet & Feeding
Herbivorous; nymphs and adults use piercing-sucking mouthparts to feed on the sap of host plants.
Behavior Patterns
Nymphs exhibit a broad, flattened body shape designed for camouflage against bark and leaves. They are capable of quick, lateral movements and jumping when disturbed.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans; they pose no medical risk. While they may cause minor aesthetic damage to plants through feeding, they are not typically considered major agricultural pests.