Surinam Lanternfly vs Polynesian Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Surinam Lanternfly | Polynesian Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fulgora surinamensis | Raiateana oulietea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 70-85 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Suriname, Guyana, Northern Brazil | French Polynesia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Surinam Lanternfly
A large Neotropical lanternfly with a broad head process and cryptically patterned forewings that reveal startling eyespot hindwings when threatened. The body is mottled gray-brown.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it suddenly flashes its eyespot-bearing hindwings to startle predators, a behavior known as a deimatic display.
Polynesian Cicada
An island-endemic cicada found in French Polynesia with a slender dark body and clear wings. Its buzzing call can be heard across the volcanic island valleys.
Did You Know?
Island cicadas like this one often evolve unique calls on each island, contributing to speciation across archipelagos.