buffalo treehopper

insect
Also known as: Ceresa bubalus, Stictocephala bubalus

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tree damage

  • treehopper; Umbonia spinosa
    In treehopper

    The buffalo treehopper, Stictocephala (or Ceresa) bubalus, 6 to 8 mm (0.2 to 0.3 inch) long, is harmful to young orchard trees, especially apple trees. The oak treehoppers, Platycotis vittata and P. quadrivittata, feed on deciduous and evergreen oaks. Treehoppers can be controlled by applying insecticides…

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