Black Prince Cicada vs Silky Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Prince Cicada | Silky Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psaltoda plaga | Pseudalmenus chlorinda |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 2.5-3.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Australia |
| 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.
Silky Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with metallic blue-green sheen and orange-spotted hindwing tails. Its larvae have a mutualistic relationship with ants.
Did You Know?
Ants guard the caterpillars in exchange for sugary secretions from special glands on the larvae.