Razor Grinder Cicada vs Two-lined Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Razor Grinder Cicada | Two-lined Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Henicopsaltria eydouxii | Prosapia bicincta |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cercopidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Eastern and Southern North America, Central America |
| 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.
Two-lined Spittlebug
A black spittlebug with two vivid red-orange transverse bands across its wings, common in turf grasses across the southeastern United States. Large populations can cause significant damage to lawns and pastures.
Did You Know?
Infested lawns develop a distinctive purple-striped discoloration from the toxins injected during feeding.