Predatory Stink Bug vs Sandstone Squeaker Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Predatory Stink Bug | Sandstone Squeaker Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eocanthecona furcellata | Pauropsalta annulata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, Australia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Predatory Stink Bug
A medium-sized predatory shield bug used as a biological control agent in Asia and Australia. It feeds on caterpillars and other pest insects in cotton and vegetable crops. Adults are brown with an elongated head.
Did You Know?
It is mass-reared in insectaries and released into cotton fields as a biological control agent against Helicoverpa bollworm, one of the world's worst crop pests.
Sandstone Squeaker Cicada
A small Australian cicada that produces a high-pitched squeaking call. It is commonly found on sandstone rock faces and nearby vegetation.
Did You Know?
Its tiny size and quiet call make it one of the most easily overlooked cicadas in Australia.