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Acanalonia bivittata
In its mature state this planthopper is approximately 5 - 7 mm long. It is easily identified by its red eyes and the two reddish edges of its wings. It feeds on the juices of a variety of plants.
open prairie
Spotted on Aug 8, 2014
Submitted on Aug 18, 2014
20 Comments
I really appreciate your kind comments, Robert! This is one of my favorite insect photos:)
Wow! Great photo, its a beauty.
Robert
Thank you Roy!
amazing
Thank you, DrNamgyalT.Sherpa!
I think this is my favorite hopper, Mark:)
Look at the eye staring at us! Great photography, Steph!
Wonderful little hopper.
Thanks Bill:)
Awesome photo! Love the red eyes:)
Thank you Martin! I took a bunch of shots, but this little guy was very active. This was the only one that turned out ok.
That's a great shot Steph.
Absolutely, Marta! Isn't nature wonderful:)
Yes! I also like how it mimics the plant leaves!
Thank you, Marta! I really like the vivid colors of this hopper.
Beautiful hopper, Stephanie!
Thank you, Armadeus!
A very cute little critter. Great shot Stephanie! Thank you for sharing :)
Thank you, Rob! He was quite an active little guy; I was lucky to get one decent shot:)
Great little hopper, nice find Stephanie.