Neotropical Lace Bug vs Black Prince Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Lace Bug | Black Prince Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptopharsa heveae | Psaltoda plaga |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador | Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Neotropical Lace Bug
A tiny transparent-winged lace bug that feeds on rubber trees in South American plantations. Its wings have an intricate net-like pattern resembling delicate lacework.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can reduce rubber latex production by up to 30 percent by damaging the photosynthetic capacity of leaves.
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.