African Screaming Cicada vs Dusty Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Screaming Cicada | Dusty Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brevisana brevis | Yanga pulverea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm body | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Screaming Cicada
The loudest insect ever recorded, producing calls at 106.7 decibels measured at 50 cm — louder than a chainsaw. Males call to attract females from great distances.
Did You Know?
At 106.7 decibels, the African screaming cicada is louder than a rock concert and can cause hearing damage to humans standing nearby for prolonged periods.
Dusty Cicada
A medium to large cicada with a dusty gray-brown body and translucent wings bearing dark venation. It is one of the more commonly encountered cicadas in Madagascar.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'pulverea' means dusty, referring to the fine powdery coating on its body that helps regulate temperature.