Empress Cicada vs Poultry Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Empress Cicada | Poultry Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pomponia imperatoria | Haematosiphon inodorus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 70 mm body, 200 mm wingspan | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Asia | North America |
| 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.
Poultry Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite of poultry native to North America that is closely related to bed bugs. Heavy infestations can cause anemia and reduced egg production in chickens.
Did You Know?
Its natural hosts are cliff-nesting raptors, but it has adapted to parasitize domestic poultry.