This vibrant, neotropical sharpshooter leafhopper is a stunning representative of the Cicadellini tribe, likely belonging to the species Pachitea subflava or a closely related cousin. First described by the prolific English entomologist Francis Walker in 1851, this striking genus is primarily distributed throughout the lush rainforests of Central and South America. I crossed paths with this colorful specimen during a field excursion to Nanegalito, a peaceful village nestled within the highly biodiverse Mindo valley region. Situated just a scenic, one-hour bus ride from the bustling capital of Quito, it is an absolute paradise for nature photographers.