African Bladder Cicada vs Cabbage Whitefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Bladder Cicada | Cabbage Whitefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platypleura stridula | Aleyrodes proletella |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Aleyrodidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Cabbage Whitefly
A small white-winged insect that infests brassica crops, weakening plants with sap feeding and honeydew production. Populations have increased dramatically in European cabbage and kale crops.
Did You Know?
Unlike most whiteflies, it thrives outdoors in cool temperate climates rather than in tropical greenhouses.