Papuan Cicada vs Japanese Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Papuan Cicada | Japanese Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Baeturia conviva | Anechura harmandi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | New Guinea, Oceania | Asia |
| 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.
Japanese Earwig
A montane earwig found in the mountains of Japan, known for extreme maternal care. Females guard eggs and first-instar nymphs in burrows under stones.
Did You Know?
Japanese earwig mothers sacrifice their own bodies as food for their young — the nymphs consume the mother after she dies.