Periodical Cicada vs Carolina Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Periodical Cicada | Carolina Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Magicicada septendecim | Diapheromera carolina |
| Order | Hemiptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Cicadidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 25-33 mm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | United States (Southeastern) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Periodical Cicada
Emerges in massive synchronized broods every 17 years. Nymphs live underground feeding on tree root sap. Males produce the loudest sounds of any insect at up to 100 dB.
Did You Know?
Periodical cicadas spend exactly 17 years underground (a prime number), and scientists believe this evolved to prevent predators from synchronizing their own cycles.
Carolina Walkingstick
A walkingstick found in the southeastern United States, closely related to the northern walkingstick. It prefers warmer, more humid habitats.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes difficult to distinguish from Diapheromera femorata without examining genitalic structures.