Eucalyptus Psyllid vs Bornean Green Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eucalyptus Psyllid | Bornean Green Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blastopsylla occidentalis | Dundubia vaginata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphalaridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 50-70 mm body length |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Africa, South America, Europe | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Eucalyptus Psyllid
An Australian psyllid that has become invasive in eucalyptus plantations worldwide. Nymphs produce distinctive white lerps on leaves.
Did You Know?
It spread to every continent where eucalyptus is planted within just two decades.
Bornean Green Cicada
A large, bright green cicada with translucent wings and a powerful, resonant call. Males produce a continuous buzzing drone from specialized tymbal organs on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
The males' chorus at dusk can be so loud that it becomes physically painful to human ears at close range.