Cream Wave vs Black Prince Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream Wave | Black Prince Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scopula floslactata | Psaltoda plaga |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream Wave
A delicate cream-white moth with subtle cross-lines. Found in deciduous woodland and hedgerows. Larvae feed on dead leaves and withered vegetation.
Did You Know?
One of several 'wave' moths that feed on dead leaves rather than living plant tissue.
Black Prince Cicada
A prized Australian cicada with a jet-black body, popular among children who collect cicada shells. It is less common than the green grocer.
Did You Know?
Australian children traditionally consider finding a Black Prince shell a prized achievement during summer.