Shrub Wattle Cicada
Ewartia thamna Popple, 2017
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Species number (TNS):
225.
Fore wing length:
16–20 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Presently known only from a
singloe locality to the east of
Mataranka where it occurs with
E. etesia. Adults have been
found in early February.
Notable localities:
East of Mataranka (Simon lab).
Habitat:
The only known population has
been found in association with
low shrubby wattles and grass
on weathered sediments.
Calling song and behaviour:
Short repetitive lilting phrases
of <1 second duration. Males
typically sing from the branches
of low shrubby wattles.
Similar species:
Northern Wattle Cicada, Thin-
striped Wattle Cicada.
Male
Female
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent