Dusty Cicada vs Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusty Cicada | Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Yanga pulverea | Periplaneta japonica |
| Order | Hemiptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Cicadidae | Blattidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Asia, North America (invasive) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Freeze-Tolerant Cockroach
An invasive cockroach from Asia first found in New York City in 2012. Unlike other cockroach species, it can survive outdoors through freezing winters.
Did You Know?
This is the only cockroach species in New York that can survive the citys harsh winters outdoors — it was first discovered on the High Line elevated park in Manhattan.