Bornean Green Cicada vs Malagasy Mottled Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Green Cicada | Malagasy Mottled Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dundubia vaginata | Yanga argyrea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm body length | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia) | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Malagasy Mottled Cicada
A silvery-gray cicada with mottled wing patterns that provide excellent camouflage against tree bark. Males produce a distinctive metallic buzzing song.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'argyrea' means silvery, referring to the fine silvery scales that cover its body and wings.