Robust Cicada vs Harlequin Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Cicada | Harlequin Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Meimuna opalifera | Gymnetis thula |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 30-35 mm | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Indoors |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, China, Taiwan | North America, South America |
| 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.
Harlequin Flower Beetle
A colorful scarab with variable patterns of brown cream and black resembling calico fabric. No two individuals look exactly alike.
Did You Know?
Like rose chafers it flies with its elytra closed using notches at the sides to deploy its flight wings.