Spiny Leaf Insect vs Empress Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spiny Leaf Insect | Empress Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium westwoodii | Pomponia imperatoria |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Phylliidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 70-100mm | 70 mm body, 200 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Spiny Leaf Insect
A large leaf insect with a bright green flat body edged with small teeth-like spines. The female body is virtually identical to a broad green leaf. Males are smaller with functional wings for flight.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs that look exactly like plant seeds, and the eggs can take up to 6 months to hatch.
Empress Cicada
The largest cicada species in the world with a wingspan up to 200 mm. Found in the rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia. Its body length exceeds 70 mm.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan of 20 cm, this is the worlds largest cicada — it is so heavy that it makes an audible buzzing thump when it crashes into tree trunks while flying.