Camberwell Beauty vs Cactus Dodger Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Camberwell Beauty | Cactus Dodger Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nymphalis antiopa | Cacama valvata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 62-86 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Camberwell Beauty
A large, velvety maroon butterfly with a broad creamy-yellow wing border and a row of blue spots. It is a rare migrant to Britain but common across much of the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
Adults hibernate through the winter and can live for over 11 months, making them one of the longest-lived butterflies.
Cactus Dodger Cicada
A robust desert cicada that feeds on native desert shrubs in the American Southwest. Males produce a distinctive buzzing call in the hottest hours.
Did You Know?
Its dark coloring helps it warm up quickly in the cool desert mornings so it can begin calling earlier.