Spotted Lanternfly vs Scissor Grinder Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Lanternfly | Scissor Grinder Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycorma delicatula | Neotibicen pruinosus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 25 mm | 33-40 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America (invasive) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spotted Lanternfly
A colorful invasive planthopper from China threatening vineyards, orchards, and hardwood forests in North America. Adults have striking red hindwings revealed in flight.
Did You Know?
Spotted lanternflies are such a threat that multiple US states have quarantine zones — citizens are legally instructed to kill any lanternfly they see on sight.
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.