Xylotrupes Rhinoceros Beetle vs Lyric Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Xylotrupes Rhinoceros Beetle | Lyric Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xylotrupes gideon | Neotibicen lyricen |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 30-70 mm | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | India, Southeast Asia, Australia | Eastern and Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Xylotrupes Rhinoceros Beetle
A widespread Asian rhinoceros beetle commonly used in beetle fighting. Males have a forked horn on the head.
Did You Know?
In Thailand, beetle fighting with this species is a traditional sport with organized tournaments.
Lyric Cicada
A medium-large cicada with a lyre-shaped marking on the dorsal thorax that gives it its name. Its call is a continuous, high-pitched whine heard from mid-summer into early fall.
Did You Know?
The name 'lyricen' refers to the lyre-shaped pattern on its mesonotum, visible when viewed from above.