Double Drummer Cicada vs Tiger Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Double Drummer Cicada | Tiger Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thopha saccata | Xenox tigrinus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Parasitoids |
| 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.
Tiger Bee Fly
A large, dramatic bee fly with boldly patterned black and white spotted wings. It is commonly seen flying around wooden structures where its host carpenter bees nest.
Did You Know?
Females hover at carpenter bee nest entrances and flick eggs inside while the bee is away foraging.