Double Drummer Cicada vs Ironclad Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Double Drummer Cicada | Ironclad Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thopha saccata | Phloeodes diabolicus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 60-70 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Double Drummer Cicada
Australia's largest cicada, producing an extremely loud call. Males have large hollow abdominal sacs that amplify their song.
Did You Know?
Their call can exceed 100 decibels, making them one of the loudest insects on Earth.
Ironclad Beetle
Has one of the toughest exoskeletons of any insect — it can withstand forces 39,000 times its body weight. Even entomological pins bend when trying to pierce its shell.
Did You Know?
This beetle is nearly indestructible — its exoskeleton can withstand being run over by a car. Engineers studied its shell design to develop stronger aircraft joints.