Robust Cicada vs Common Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Cicada | Common Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Meimuna opalifera | Hemerobius humulinus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 30-35 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, China, Taiwan | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Robust Cicada
A common East Asian cicada known as 'tsukutsuku-boshi' in Japan. Its rhythmic song marks the end of summer in Japanese culture.
Did You Know?
Its song has a distinctive rhythmic pattern that Japanese people interpret as saying 'tsukutsuku-boshi' repeatedly.
Common Brown Lacewing
A small brownish lacewing with mottled wings commonly found on deciduous trees. Adults and larvae both feed on aphids and other small insects.
Did You Know?
Unlike green lacewings, brown lacewing adults are also predatory and actively hunt small insects.