Masked Devil Cicada vs Razor Grinder Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Masked Devil Cicada | Razor Grinder Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyclochila virens | Henicopsaltria eydouxii |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 35-42 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Masked Devil Cicada
A large Australian cicada with vivid green coloring and a loud, piercing call. It is closely related to the Green Grocer and can be found in similar habitats.
Did You Know?
Australian children have created an elaborate folklore around cicada shell collecting, with different species assigned varying levels of rarity and value.
Razor Grinder Cicada
A large cicada known for its distinctive high-pitched grinding call that sounds like metal being sharpened on a grindstone. It is common in the eucalyptus forests of southeastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Its call is so loud and persistent that it can make conversation difficult for people standing near a calling tree.