Black Prince Cicada vs Dog-Day Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Prince Cicada | Dog-Day Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psaltoda plaga | Neotibicen canicularis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 27-33 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Eastern and central North America from Canada to the Gulf states |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Prince Cicada
A prized Australian cicada with a jet-black body, popular among children who collect cicada shells. It is less common than the green grocer.
Did You Know?
Australian children traditionally consider finding a Black Prince shell a prized achievement during summer.
Dog-Day Cicada
A large green and black annual cicada that sings during the hottest days of summer. Its buzzing call is the quintessential sound of late summer in North America.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from its emergence during the 'dog days' of summer, the hottest period from July to August.