Tree Locust vs Walker's Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree Locust | Walker's Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anacridium melanorhodon | Neotibicen pronotalis |
| Order | Orthoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 55-75 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sahel region, North Africa, East Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tree Locust
A large grey-brown locust with distinctive vertical stripes on its eyes and a rough thorax crest. It roosts in trees and can form small swarms.
Did You Know?
Unlike most locusts that rest on the ground, tree locusts spend most of their time roosting high in trees during the day.
Walker's Cicada
A large cicada of the southern United States with a distinctive loud buzzing call. It prefers hot, open habitats and sings during peak afternoon heat.
Did You Know?
It is named after the entomologist Thomas J. Walker who studied insect acoustics extensively.