African Bat Bug vs Lyric Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Bat Bug | Lyric Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Afrocimex constrictus | Neotibicen lyricen |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cimicidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa | Eastern and Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Bat Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite found on bats in East African caves. It is notable for its unusual mating system involving traumatic insemination.
Did You Know?
Both males and females possess a defensive organ to mitigate injury from traumatic insemination.
Lyric Cicada
A medium-large cicada with a lyre-shaped marking on the dorsal thorax that gives it its name. Its call is a continuous, high-pitched whine heard from mid-summer into early fall.
Did You Know?
The name 'lyricen' refers to the lyre-shaped pattern on its mesonotum, visible when viewed from above.