Decula Periodical Cicada vs Feather-Legged Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Decula Periodical Cicada | Feather-Legged Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Magicicada septendecula | Ptilocnemus lemur |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 22-26 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States, co-occurring with other Magicicada species | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Decula Periodical Cicada
The smallest of the 17-year periodical cicada species with a distinctive ticking call. It is often the least abundant species within a periodical cicada brood.
Did You Know?
It is the rarest of the three 17-year species and was not described as a separate species until 1962.
Feather-Legged Assassin Bug
An Australian assassin bug with bizarre feathery hind legs used to lure ant prey. It waves its feathered legs near ant trails to attract victims.
Did You Know?
It dangles its feathery hind legs like fishing lures to attract ants, which it then seizes and devours.