Bear Cicada

About Bear Cicada

A large black cicada common throughout Japan, known locally as 'kuma-zemi.' It is one of the dominant summer-singing species in Japanese cities.

How to Identify Bear Cicada

Bear Cicada (Cryptotympana facialis) belongs to the order Hemiptera, family Cicadidae. Adults typically measure 55-65 mm.

Bear Cicada Habitat

Bear Cicada is found in woodlands habitats, particularly across Japan, East Asia. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Bear Cicada Diet and Feeding

Bear 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 Bear Cicada Found?

Bear Cicada can be found in Japan, East Asia, where it inhabits woodlands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Bear Cicada Dangerous?

Bear 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.

Bear Cicada Role in Nature

Bear 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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