Meaning of the word treehopper in English

What does treehopper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

treehopper

US /ˈtriːˌhɑːp.ər/
UK /ˈtriːˌhɒpə/
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Noun

a small, often camouflaged insect of the family Membracidae, known for its enlarged and often bizarrely shaped pronotum that extends over its head and body, resembling thorns or other plant parts.

Example:
The entomologist carefully observed the treehopper camouflaged on the rose stem.
Some species of treehoppers have elaborate, helmet-like pronota that mimic ants or other insects.