Papuan Cicada vs Barn Swallow Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Papuan Cicada | Barn Swallow Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Baeturia conviva | Oeciacus vicarius |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | New Guinea, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Papuan Cicada
A cicada endemic to New Guinea, part of the most species-rich cicada genus in the region. Males produce distinct clicking or buzzing calls.
Did You Know?
The genus Baeturia contains over 70 species, nearly all restricted to New Guinea and nearby islands.
Barn Swallow Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite of cliff swallows and barn swallows in North America. It can bite humans in buildings after swallow nests are abandoned.
Did You Know?
Swallow colonies may abandon heavily infested nesting sites and relocate to parasite-free locations.