A Year in the Valley

This is a different shape from a leafhopper, with a more pointed head.  There are a few types of planthopper.  They all have pale brown wings with stripes running front to back.  The different species differ in small details and dissection is required for accurate identification.  They live in marshy habitats, especially where Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea) grows.  The adults can be spotted February to October.