Minmin Cicada vs Provencal Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Minmin Cicada | Provencal Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyalessa maculaticollis | Lyristes plebejus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 33-38 mm | 36-42 mm |
| Habitat | Parks | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, Eastern China | Southern Europe, Mediterranean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Minmin Cicada
A Japanese cicada known as 'minminzemi' with a green and black body and transparent wings. Its distinctive 'min-min-min' call is one of the iconic sounds of Japanese summer.
Did You Know?
Its call is so culturally significant in Japan that it is frequently used as a sound effect in anime and films to instantly establish a summer setting.
Provencal Cicada
A large European cicada iconic to the Mediterranean region, especially Provence. Its loud continuous song is a defining sound of southern French summers.
Did You Know?
It is such a cultural symbol of Provence that ceramic cicada ornaments are sold as souvenirs across the region.