Candy-striped Leafhopper

Found in gardens, meadows, and woodland edges throughout North America.

They feed on plant xylem sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts, targeting various plants including roses, daisies, and fruit trees.

They are highly active leapers and fast flyers. They typically undergo incomplete metamorphosis and are known for producing 'honeydew', a sugary waste product.

They are generally considered garden pests as they can spread plant diseases (like Pierce's disease) and cause leaf damage, though they are not harmful to humans.