Cuban Green June Beetle vs Bladder Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuban Green June Beetle | Bladder Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cotinis mutabilis | Cystosoma saundersii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 20-33 mm | 45-55 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Cuba, Caribbean, Central America | Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cuban Green June Beetle
A large metallic green scarab beetle found in Cuba and the Caribbean. It is a clumsy but powerful flier attracted to ripe fruit.
Did You Know?
It flies with its elytra closed, extending only the hindwings through side gaps, unlike most beetles.
Bladder Cicada
An Australian cicada with a remarkably inflated translucent green abdomen in males. The hollow abdomen acts as a resonating chamber for its call.
Did You Know?
The male's abdomen is almost entirely hollow and balloon-like, functioning as a living loudspeaker.