Scissor Grinder Cicada vs Brilliant Emerald
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scissor Grinder Cicada | Brilliant Emerald |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neotibicen pruinosus | Somatochlora metallica |
| Order | Hemiptera | Odonata |
| Family | Cicadidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm | 50-55mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scissor Grinder Cicada
A large North American annual cicada with a buzzing call resembling a grinding wheel. Its body is coated in a whitish waxy pruinose layer.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the call's resemblance to the sound of a knife sharpener at work.
Brilliant Emerald
A metallic green dragonfly with brilliant emerald green eyes. Males patrol low over sheltered lakes and woodland pools. Its thorax is covered with fine golden-green hairs.
Did You Know?
Its entire body shimmers with metallic green iridescence, making it one of Europe's most beautiful dragonflies.