Enamel Cicada
Heliopsalta polita (Popple, 2003)
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Male
Originally described as
Cicadetta polita.
Species number (TNS):
216.
Fore wing length:
19–22 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
From near Moura south to
Southwood National Park in
southern Queensland. Adults
have been observed during
December and January.
Notable localities:
Glenmorgan, Brigalow
Research Station.
Habitat:
Woodland in the brigalow belt
where adults are typically found
in association with Weeping
Myall (Acacia pendula), False
Sandalwood (Eremophila
mitchellii) or Brigalow (Acacia
harpophylla).
Calling song and behaviour:
A series of chirps, initially
emitted at a rapid rate and later
produced at a slower rate.
Adults sit on the upper branches
of trees.
Similar species:
Capparis Cicada.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat
Female