Dusty Cicada vs Marsh Treader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusty Cicada | Marsh Treader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Yanga pulverea | Hydrometra stagnorum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Hydrometridae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe, Western Asia |
| 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.
Marsh Treader
An extremely slender, stick-like bug with a greatly elongated head. It walks slowly across floating vegetation and water surfaces at pond margins, probing for tiny prey.
Did You Know?
Its elongated head and rostrum give it a bizarre twig-like appearance, providing excellent camouflage among vegetation.