Parent Bug vs African Screaming Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Parent Bug | African Screaming Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elasmucha grisea | Brevisana brevis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Acanthosomatidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 20-30 mm body |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Parent Bug
A birch-feeding shieldbug remarkable for its extended maternal care behavior. Females stand guard over their egg clusters and young nymphs for weeks, shielding them with their body.
Did You Know?
Mothers physically shield their eggs and nymphs from parasitoid wasps by spreading their body like an umbrella over them.
African Screaming Cicada
The loudest insect ever recorded, producing calls at 106.7 decibels measured at 50 cm — louder than a chainsaw. Males call to attract females from great distances.
Did You Know?
At 106.7 decibels, the African screaming cicada is louder than a rock concert and can cause hearing damage to humans standing nearby for prolonged periods.