Semilunata Cicada
Clinopsalta semilunata Popple and Emery, 2017
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Male
Previously referred to as
Notopsalta sp. F.
Species number (TNS):
211.
Fore wing length:
21–24 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
From near Roma east to near
Gayndah and south to near
Warwick in inland Queensland.
Adults occur from September
until December.
Notable localities:
Gurulmundi, Binjour Plateau,
Yelarbon State Forest.
Habitat:
Open forest with a middle
storey of acacias.
Calling song and behaviour:
A series of "zits" interrupted at
intervals with a soft rattle. A
simpler version of the song is
also produced at dusk. Adults
sit on the inner stems of
acacias.
Similar species:
Wattle Cicada (species
complex).
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Female
