Median Wasp vs Cactus Dodger Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Median Wasp | Cactus Dodger Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichovespula media | Cacama valvata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Median Wasp
A large social wasp that builds aerial paper nests in trees and shrubs across Europe. They are less aggressive than yellowjackets and colonies typically contain around 200 workers.
Did You Know?
Their nests are beautifully layered with bands of different colored paper made from various wood sources.
Cactus Dodger Cicada
A robust desert cicada that feeds on native desert shrubs in the American Southwest. Males produce a distinctive buzzing call in the hottest hours.
Did You Know?
Its dark coloring helps it warm up quickly in the cool desert mornings so it can begin calling earlier.