Florida Leaf-footed Bug vs Giant Malaysian Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Florida Leaf-footed Bug | Giant Malaysian Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthocephala femorata | Megapomponia merula |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 18-22 mm | 65-75 mm body length |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Caribbean | Malaysia, Borneo, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Florida Leaf-footed Bug
A large robust coreid bug with distinctive leaf-like expansions on its hind tibiae. It is dark brown to black with slightly expanded pronotal margins. Males possess greatly enlarged hind femora used in intrasexual combat.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it can release a pungent spray from scent glands that smells like rotten almonds and can stain skin temporarily.
Giant Malaysian Cicada
A massive cicada from Southeast Asian rainforests, rivaling the empress cicada in size. Its deep, resonant call carries far through the forest canopy.
Did You Know?
Its wingspan can approach 20 cm, making it one of the largest flying hemipterans alive.