Polynesian Cicada vs Introduced Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Polynesian Cicada | Introduced Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Raiateana oulietea | Diprion similis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 7-10 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | French Polynesia, Pacific Islands | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Polynesian Cicada
An island-endemic cicada found in French Polynesia with a slender dark body and clear wings. Its buzzing call can be heard across the volcanic island valleys.
Did You Know?
Island cicadas like this one often evolve unique calls on each island, contributing to speciation across archipelagos.
Introduced Pine Sawfly
A European sawfly introduced to North America that feeds on white pine and other five-needled pines. Larvae feed gregariously and can heavily defoliate trees.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in Connecticut in 1914 and quickly spread across northeastern North America.