Sandstone Squeaker Cicada vs Big-legged Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sandstone Squeaker Cicada | Big-legged Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pauropsalta annulata | Acanthocephala terminalis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Coreidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 17-23 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sandstone Squeaker Cicada
A small Australian cicada that produces a high-pitched squeaking call. It is commonly found on sandstone rock faces and nearby vegetation.
Did You Know?
Its tiny size and quiet call make it one of the most easily overlooked cicadas in Australia.
Big-legged Bug
A large, dark coreid bug found in eastern North America with prominently expanded hind tibiae. The hind femora of males are greatly swollen with large spines. It feeds on a wide variety of trees and shrubs.
Did You Know?
The exaggerated hind legs of males serve as weapons and signals of fitness, with larger-legged males winning more fights and mates.