Double Drummer Cicada vs Torpedo Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Double Drummer Cicada | Torpedo Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thopha saccata | Siphanta hebes |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Flatidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Australia, Pacific Islands, Hawaii (invasive) |
| 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.
Torpedo Bug
A bright green flatid planthopper with an elongated torpedo-shaped body profile when wings are folded. It is native to Australia and has been introduced to various Pacific islands.
Did You Know?
In Hawaii, where it was accidentally introduced, it became a minor pest of macadamia nut trees and ornamental plants but is now largely controlled by natural enemies.