Centrotus cornutus Tree hopper

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Classification Homoptera Family: Membracidae

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Length 10 mm

Phenology April-August

Identification One of two UK treehoppers. Therefore easily identiifiable The other , Gargara genistae is associated with broom. It is smaller than C. cornutus, lacks the horn-like projections on the pronotum and has a shorter dorsal spine.

Life Cycle

Habitat On a range of plants in woodland rides and similar habitats.

 

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