Comma Butterfly vs Masked Devil Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Comma Butterfly | Masked Devil Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polygonia c-album | Cyclochila virens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 44-48 mm wingspan | 35-42 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Asia | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Comma Butterfly
Orange butterfly with ragged wing edges and a small white comma-shaped mark on the underside. The irregular outline mimics a dead leaf.
Did You Know?
Its range has expanded northward in Britain over recent decades, likely due to climate warming.
Masked Devil Cicada
A large Australian cicada with vivid green coloring and a loud, piercing call. It is closely related to the Green Grocer and can be found in similar habitats.
Did You Know?
Australian children have created an elaborate folklore around cicada shell collecting, with different species assigned varying levels of rarity and value.