Evening Cicada

About Evening Cicada

A Japanese cicada that sings at dusk, producing a melancholy call. Known as 'higurashi,' it is a cultural symbol of late summer evenings.

How to Identify Evening Cicada

Evening Cicada (Tanna japonensis) belongs to the order Hemiptera, family Cicadidae. Adults typically measure 28-38 mm.

Evening Cicada Habitat

Evening Cicada is found in mountains habitats, particularly across Japan, Korea, China. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Evening Cicada Diet and Feeding

Evening 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 Evening Cicada Found?

Evening Cicada can be found in Japan, Korea, China, where it inhabits mountains environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Evening Cicada Dangerous?

Evening 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.

Evening Cicada Role in Nature

Evening 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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