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Passionvine Hopper - Scolypopa australis Observed in garden. Australia,Geotagged,Passionvine hopper,Scolypopa australis,Summer Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

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"Scolypopa australis" is a species of planthopper in the insect family Ricaniidae found in Australia. Despite their name, they are found not only on passion vines, but on many different plant species such as the lantana.

Similar species: True Bugs
Species identified by Ernst
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By Ernst

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Uploaded Jan 4, 2026. Captured Jan 4, 2026 13:56 in 72 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/8.0
  • 1/99s
  • ISO400
  • 70mm