Eastern Hercules Beetle vs Bear Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Hercules Beetle | Bear Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dynastes tityus | Cryptotympana facialis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm | 55-65 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Japan, East Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Hercules Beetle
The largest beetle in North America, with males bearing a large pronotal horn. Elytra are greenish-yellow with dark mottling.
Did You Know?
Their elytra change color depending on humidity levels, becoming darker when moist.
Bear Cicada
A large black cicada common throughout Japan, known locally as 'kuma-zemi.' It is one of the dominant summer-singing species in Japanese cities.
Did You Know?
Its Japanese name 'kuma-zemi' means 'bear cicada' due to its large dark body.