Decula Periodical Cicada vs Robust Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Decula Periodical Cicada | Robust Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Magicicada septendecula | Meimuna opalifera |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 22-26 mm | 30-35 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States, co-occurring with other Magicicada species | Japan, China, Taiwan |
| 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.
Robust Cicada
A common East Asian cicada known as 'tsukutsuku-boshi' in Japan. Its rhythmic song marks the end of summer in Japanese culture.
Did You Know?
Its song has a distinctive rhythmic pattern that Japanese people interpret as saying 'tsukutsuku-boshi' repeatedly.