Black Prince Cicada vs Lesser Water Boatman
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Prince Cicada | Lesser Water Boatman |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psaltoda plaga | Sigara striata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Corixidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| 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.
Lesser Water Boatman
A small water boatman with fine dark striations across its forewings. It is among the most abundant aquatic insects in European standing waters. It feeds by scraping algae and organic material from submerged surfaces.
Did You Know?
In Mexico, a related species' eggs are harvested in such quantities from lake surfaces that they are dried and sold as a traditional food called 'ahuautle,' once known as Mexican caviar.