Read about related Homoptera by using the "Forward" and "Backward" device icons. Homoptera are similar to the Hemiptera true bugs. In addition to differences in the origin of their sucking mouthparts, Homoptera have a uniformly thickened forewings that overlap slightly at the tips. Homoptera groups include cicadas, leaf hoppers, whiteflies, aphids and scale insects.

Cicada Genus species Homoptera Cicadidae Cicadas have two sets of wings with the forewing longer than the hindwing pair. The male of some species sing a loud and distinct courtship song to potential female mates. Handling cicada specimens often results in a warning note, thankfully of considerably lower volume than their full song. Cicadas have three different mechanisms for producing their song ranging from specialized tymbal structure to stridulation and simple wing clapping. Cicadas have a subterranean nymphal stage ranging from 4 to 17 years. The adult lays eggs in twigs which usually suffers considerably from the intrusion. View the Index of Orders View Complete Photo List Ants, Bees & Wasps Butterflies & Moths Flies Beetles Lacewings & Antlions Leafhoppers & Cicadas True Bugs Cockroaches Praying Mantids Grasshoppers, Crickets Walking Sticks Dragonflies & Damselflies Mayflies Non-Insects