Bear Cicada vs Alpine Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bear Cicada | Alpine Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptotympana facialis | Coranus subapterus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 9-12 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | Europe, Alps, Mediterranean mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bear Cicada
A large black cicada common throughout Japan, known locally as 'kuma-zemi.' It is one of the dominant summer-singing species in Japanese cities.
Did You Know?
Its Japanese name 'kuma-zemi' means 'bear cicada' due to its large dark body.
Alpine Assassin Bug
A predatory bug of dry alpine and montane grasslands. It ambushes prey with its powerful raptorial forelegs.
Did You Know?
It has short wings and rarely flies, relying on stealth to catch prey on the ground.