
Community identification
Planthopper Nymph (Issid Planthopper)
Family Issidae (e.g., Thionia or Acanalonia species)
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera: Issidae
- Size
- 2 to 6 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Gardens, fields, forests, and grassy areas on foliage or stems of plants
Diet & Feeding
Herbivorous; pierces plant tissue to feed on phloem sap
Behavior Patterns
Nymphs often produce waxy secretions on their bodies or tails for camouflage and defense; capable of powerful jumping to escape predators
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; can cause minor damage to host plants in high numbers, but generally not considered a severe agricultural pest