Waved Umber vs Lyric Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Waved Umber | Lyric Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Menophra abruptaria | Neotibicen lyricen |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Cicadidae |
| Size | Wingspan 32-38mm | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern and Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Waved Umber
A brown geometrid moth with distinctive wavy cross-lines. A common urban moth often found on walls and fences.
Did You Know?
One of the most common garden moths in urban areas, frequently resting on walls and fences during the day.
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.
Did You Know?
The name 'lyricen' refers to the lyre-shaped pattern on its mesonotum, visible when viewed from above.