Feather-Legged Assassin Bug vs Malagasy Mottled Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Feather-Legged Assassin Bug | Malagasy Mottled Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ptilocnemus lemur | Yanga argyrea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Feather-Legged Assassin Bug
An Australian assassin bug with bizarre feathery hind legs used to lure ant prey. It waves its feathered legs near ant trails to attract victims.
Did You Know?
It dangles its feathery hind legs like fishing lures to attract ants, which it then seizes and devours.
Malagasy Mottled Cicada
A silvery-gray cicada with mottled wing patterns that provide excellent camouflage against tree bark. Males produce a distinctive metallic buzzing song.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'argyrea' means silvery, referring to the fine silvery scales that cover its body and wings.