Desert Clastoptera vs Dusty Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Clastoptera | Dusty Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clastoptera arizonana | Yanga pulverea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Clastopteridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Clastoptera
A tiny spittlebug found on desert shrubs in the American Southwest. Nymphs surround themselves with a frothy mass for moisture and protection.
Did You Know?
The frothy spittle covering its nymphs provides insulation from extreme desert temperatures.
Dusty Cicada
A medium to large cicada with a dusty gray-brown body and translucent wings bearing dark venation. It is one of the more commonly encountered cicadas in Madagascar.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'pulverea' means dusty, referring to the fine powdery coating on its body that helps regulate temperature.