Jungle Nymph Spittlebug vs Black Prince Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jungle Nymph Spittlebug | Black Prince Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cosmoscarta bispecularis | Psaltoda plaga |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cercopidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jungle Nymph Spittlebug
A colorful Southeast Asian froghopper with metallic blue-black and orange markings. It feeds on tropical plants and is often collected for its beauty.
Did You Know?
Its striking metallic coloration makes it one of the most visually impressive members of the entire spittlebug family.
Black Prince Cicada
A prized Australian cicada with a jet-black body, popular among children who collect cicada shells. It is less common than the green grocer.
Did You Know?
Australian children traditionally consider finding a Black Prince shell a prized achievement during summer.