Rose Aphid vs Redeye Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rose Aphid | Redeye Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrosiphum rosae | Psaltoda moerens |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphididae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 35-42 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide, wherever roses are grown | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rose Aphid
A large green or pink aphid with long black cornicles (siphunculi) that is the most common aphid pest of roses. It clusters on buds and young shoots, distorting growth.
Did You Know?
It can exist in green and pink color morphs on the same plant, and the color form may be influenced by crowding density and host plant quality.
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.