Provencal Cicada vs Sumac Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Provencal Cicada | Sumac Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lyristes plebejus | Blepharida rhois |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 36-42 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Mediterranean | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Provencal Cicada
A large European cicada iconic to the Mediterranean region, especially Provence. Its loud continuous song is a defining sound of southern French summers.
Did You Know?
It is such a cultural symbol of Provence that ceramic cicada ornaments are sold as souvenirs across the region.
Sumac Flea Beetle
A relatively large flea beetle with a mottled brown and tan pattern providing excellent camouflage on sumac bark. Despite its size, it retains the powerful jumping ability of flea beetles.
Did You Know?
Larvae of this beetle carry a shield of their own excrement mixed with toxic compounds from their sumac host plant.