African Screaming Cicada

About African Screaming Cicada

The loudest insect ever recorded, producing calls at 106.7 decibels measured at 50 cm — louder than a chainsaw. Males call to attract females from great distances.

How to Identify African Screaming Cicada

African Screaming Cicada (Brevisana brevis) belongs to the order Hemiptera, family Cicadidae. Adults typically measure 20-30 mm body.

African Screaming Cicada Habitat

African Screaming Cicada is found in grasslands habitats, particularly across Africa. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

African Screaming Cicada Diet and Feeding

African Screaming Cicada feeds on plant sap by piercing stems and leaves with specialised mouthparts. Sap feeders extract nutrients directly from the plant's vascular system.

Where Is African Screaming Cicada Found?

African Screaming Cicada can be found in Africa, where it inhabits grasslands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is African Screaming Cicada Dangerous?

African Screaming Cicada is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

African Screaming Cicada Role in Nature

African Screaming Cicada is part of the food web as a primary consumer, feeding on plant material. It serves as an important food source for birds, bats, amphibians, and other insectivores, connecting plant energy to higher trophic levels.

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