Buffalo Treehopper Stictocephala bisonia

/Home/Garden Basics/Plant & Lawn Care/Garden Problems and Solutions/Tree Insects/Treehopper Insects

The Buffalo Treehopper is one of many treehoppers in our area. Treehoppers are small insects which usually mimic thorns, buds, or other plant parts. Treehoppers are usually strange-looking, brightly colored, jumping insects.

Buffalo Treehoppers are large for treehoppers. They grow up to 3/8 inch long. They are bright green and triangle-shaped. They have clear wings.

Buffalo Treehoppers live in woods, meadows, and fields.

Study of Northern Virginia Ecology
Island Creek Elementary School
Fairfax County Public Schools