Lyric Cicada

About 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.

How to Identify Lyric Cicada

Lyric Cicada (Neotibicen lyricen) belongs to the order Hemiptera, family Cicadidae. Adults typically measure 30-38 mm.

Lyric Cicada Habitat

Lyric Cicada is found in woodlands habitats, particularly across Eastern and Southeastern United States. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Lyric Cicada Diet and Feeding

Lyric 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 Lyric Cicada Found?

Lyric Cicada can be found in Eastern and Southeastern United States, where it inhabits woodlands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Lyric Cicada Dangerous?

Lyric 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.

Lyric Cicada Role in Nature

Lyric 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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