Razor Grinder Cicada vs Malagasy Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Razor Grinder Cicada | Malagasy Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Henicopsaltria eydouxii | Leptomyrina phidias |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Razor Grinder Cicada
A large cicada known for its distinctive high-pitched grinding call that sounds like metal being sharpened on a grindstone. It is common in the eucalyptus forests of southeastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Its call is so loud and persistent that it can make conversation difficult for people standing near a calling tree.
Malagasy Blue Butterfly
A small butterfly with brilliant blue upperwings in males and more subdued brown in females. The underwing surface has fine dark streaks on a silvery white background.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars are unusual among lycaenids in feeding on lichens rather than the more typical ants or plant tissue.