Redeye Cicada vs European Bat Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Redeye Cicada | European Bat Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psaltoda moerens | Cimex pipistrelli |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 35-42 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Caves |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Redeye Cicada
A striking Australian cicada with bright red eyes and a dark body. Large choruses create a deafening noise in urban and suburban areas.
Did You Know?
Mass emergences in Sydney can produce collective noise levels rivaling a rock concert.
European Bat Bug
A cimicid bug that parasitizes pipistrelle and other bat species across Europe. It may invade living spaces when bats vacate roost sites.
Did You Know?
When their bat hosts leave a roost seasonally, they may wander into occupied rooms seeking alternative blood meals.