Empress Cicada vs Orange Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Empress Cicada | Orange Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pomponia imperatoria | Platymeris rhadamanthus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 70 mm body, 200 mm wingspan | 28-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | East Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Empress Cicada
The largest cicada species in the world with a wingspan up to 200 mm. Found in the rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia. Its body length exceeds 70 mm.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan of 20 cm, this is the worlds largest cicada — it is so heavy that it makes an audible buzzing thump when it crashes into tree trunks while flying.
Orange Assassin Bug
A large black assassin bug with striking orange-red markings on the connexivum and legs. Found in East African forests where it hunts other arthropods. Like other Platymeris species, it can spit defensive saliva.
Did You Know?
In captivity, it is one of the most commonly kept pet insects, valued for its dramatic coloring and fascinating predatory behavior.