Bornean Green Cicada vs Centaurus Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Green Cicada | Centaurus Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dundubia vaginata | Augosoma centaurus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Dynastinae |
| Size | 50-70 mm body length | 40-90 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia) | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Bornean Green Cicada
A large, bright green cicada with translucent wings and a powerful, resonant call. Males produce a continuous buzzing drone from specialized tymbal organs on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
The males' chorus at dusk can be so loud that it becomes physically painful to human ears at close range.
Centaurus Beetle
The largest rhinoceros beetle in Africa with two prominent horns. Adults have a glossy reddish-brown to black coloration.
Did You Know?
They are considered pests on oil palm plantations because larvae feed on living palm roots.