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Peaceful cicada

Peaceful cicada

Chremistica ochracea

A species of Chremistica cicada

The vibrantly patterned forewings of peaceful cicada are a distinctive feature, often harboring eye-catching designs that serve as camouflage among the foliage. Its life cycle includes a dramatic transformation, where it spends several years underground as a nymph before emerging into the sunlight for a brief but vocal adult existence. In this final stage, peaceful cicada is notorious for its resonant mating calls, which can fill the summer air with a symphony of sounds unique to its species.

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Attributes of Peaceful cicada
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
lowland; montane area; plantation; forest
Adult Food Sources
Tree sap, plant fluids
Larva Food Source
Root sap, xylem fluid from plants
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Peaceful cicada is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Peaceful cicada feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Piercing-sucking mouthparts
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Species Status of Peaceful cicada
It is distributed in East Asia, South Asia and Malaysia.
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Distribution Area of Peaceful cicada
China, Japan, India, Malaya
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Life Cycle of Peaceful cicada
Egg During the egg stage, the peaceful cicada is encapsulated within a protective shell, typically deposited in a secure and nourishing environment. The eggs are diminutive and may exhibit slight coloration to blend with surroundings.
Nymph As a nymph, the peaceful cicada resembles a miniature, wingless version of the adult. It undergoes a series of molts, each time increasing in size. The color and shape evolve with each molt, developing structures indicative of the mature form.
Adult Emerging from the final molt, the adult peaceful cicada displays fully developed wings and reproductive organs. The body is robust and pigmented, and the creature becomes mobile and engaged in the activities essential for reproduction and survival.
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Adult Size of Peaceful cicada
4 - 4.5 cm
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Predators of Peaceful cicada Larvae
Ants, beetles, small mammals, fungi
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Predators of Adult Peaceful cicada
Birds, rodents, larger mammals, reptiles, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Peaceful cicada
Peaceful cicada are known to have life cycles that can span up to 17 years, during which most of this time is spent underground as nymphs.
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Scientific Classification of Peaceful cicada
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Youth Habitat of Peaceful cicada
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Peaceful cicada
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Peaceful cicada
Since peaceful cicada feed on plant sap, specifically from tree roots when in their nymph form and from branches in their adult form, food traps are not commonly used to attract them.
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Habitat Preferences of Peaceful cicada Through Different Life Stages
To find the development stages of peaceful cicada, search underground for nymphs, as they live there for years feeding on xylem fluids from plant roots. Upon reaching maturity, nymphs emerge and climb nearby vegetation. Look on tree trunks or other vertical substrates for exuviae, the cast-off skins during transformation into adults. Adults are typically found on tree canopies where they mate and lay eggs. Thus, begin the search below ground for the immature nymphs and gradually transition to higher elevations, like trees, for adult peaceful cicada and their shed skins.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Peaceful cicada
The best time to find peaceful cicada generally depends on their lifecycle. Adults typically emerge en masse either annually or periodically every few years, often in late spring to early summer, which is the most suitable time to look for them.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Peaceful cicada
Sunny weather following a period of rain is ideal for finding peaceful cicada, as this weather pattern encourages the adults to emerge and sing, making them easier to locate.
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How and Where Can You Find Peaceful cicada at Different Life Stages
Egg Peaceful cicada eggs are typically laid in tree branches. To find them, inspect twigs and small branches of host trees for tiny, rice-shaped eggs, or for the distinctive slits that females make in the bark to deposit eggs.
Nymph Peaceful cicada nymphs live underground, feeding on plant fluids from roots. To find nymphs, look around the base of trees, particularly after rain. Digging a small hole near the root system may reveal the nymphs, but this should be done carefully to avoid harming them or disrupting the ecosystem.
Adult Peaceful cicada adults are easier to find due to their loud singing, primarily aimed at attracting mates. Look for them in trees or shrubs, following the sound of their calls. Early morning and late afternoon are typically when adults are most active and visible.
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