Negro Bug vs Cactus Dodger Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Negro Bug | Cactus Dodger Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyreocoris scarabaeoides | Cacama valvata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Thyreocoridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Negro Bug
A tiny shiny black hemispherical bug that looks like a miniature beetle. It feeds on violets and strawberries.
Did You Know?
So strongly resembles a tiny beetle that it is frequently misidentified and overlooked by bug enthusiasts.
Cactus Dodger Cicada
A robust desert cicada that feeds on native desert shrubs in the American Southwest. Males produce a distinctive buzzing call in the hottest hours.
Did You Know?
Its dark coloring helps it warm up quickly in the cool desert mornings so it can begin calling earlier.