African Bladder Cicada vs American False Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Bladder Cicada | American False Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platypleura stridula | Oxacis taeniata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Oedemeridae |
| Size | 28-35 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Bladder Cicada
A sub-Saharan African cicada with flattened lateral extensions on its abdomen. It is commonly heard calling from trees in woodland savannas.
Did You Know?
The flattened thoracic extensions help the cicada blend seamlessly against tree bark when at rest.
American False Blister Beetle
A small, elongate pale beetle with dark longitudinal stripes found in eastern North America. Adults are commonly attracted to lights on summer nights.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop inside dead and decaying logs, helping to recycle nutrients back into the forest floor.