Clapping Cicada vs Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clapping Cicada | Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amphipsalta cingulata | Cladonota benitezi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Clapping Cicada
An endemic New Zealand cicada named for the sharp clapping sound it produces, distinct from the continuous drone of the chorus cicada. It is found in scrubland and forest edges. Males produce a rapid series of clicks that accelerate into a continuous buzz.
Did You Know?
The clapping cicada can produce clicks at a rate of over 300 per second, creating what sounds like a rapid drumroll.
Treehopper
A bizarre treehopper with an elaborate pronotal helmet covered in ball-like projections.
Did You Know?
Its pronotal sculpture may mimic a parasitic fungus to deter predators.