Sandstone Squeaker Cicada vs Streamlined Backswimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sandstone Squeaker Cicada | Streamlined Backswimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pauropsalta annulata | Notonecta irrorata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Notonectidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | 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.
Streamlined Backswimmer
A pale backswimmer with mottled wings found in still and slow-moving waters across North America. Like other backswimmers, it hangs just below the water surface film waiting for prey vibrations. It is a strong underwater swimmer.
Did You Know?
It senses prey by detecting surface water vibrations with specialized sensory hairs on its legs, effectively turning the water surface into a detection web.