African Scoliid Wasp vs Cascade Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Scoliid Wasp | Cascade Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megascolia vittata | Platypedia areolata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 18-24 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Scoliid Wasp
A very large black and yellow-banded scoliid wasp from sub-Saharan Africa. It parasitizes goliath beetle and other large scarab beetle larvae in forest soils.
Did You Know?
It targets some of the largest beetle grubs on Earth, including those of goliath beetles weighing over 100 grams.
Cascade Cicada
A small western North American cicada that produces sound by wing-flicking rather than typical tymbals. It is found in mountainous conifer forests.
Did You Know?
Instead of the typical buzzing song, it communicates by rapidly clicking its wings against branches.