Silvius Horse Fly vs Amazonian Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvius Horse Fly | Amazonian Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Silvius alpinus | Fidicina mannifera |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central and Southern Europe | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Silvius Horse Fly
A small brownish horse fly found in mountain forests and alpine meadows. It is one of the few horse flies adapted to high-altitude habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few horse fly species that thrives at altitudes above 1500 meters.
Amazonian Cicada
A large green and brown cicada with a powerful buzzing call that echoes through the Amazonian canopy. Males produce sound using specialized tymbals on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
Its call can exceed 100 decibels at close range, making it one of the loudest insects in the Amazon.