Malagasy Mottled Cicada vs Rufous Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Mottled Cicada | Rufous Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Yanga argyrea | Amorphoscelis rufula |
| Order | Hemiptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Cicadidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Rufous Bark Mantis
A reddish-brown bark mantis from Central Africa that blends with red-barked tropical trees. Its rufous coloring is distinctive among bark mantises.
Did You Know?
Its reddish color is thought to match the bark of certain Entandrophragma mahogany trees.