Crotopsalta plexis
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Clade: | Pancrustacea |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Crotopsalta |
| Species: | C. plexis |
| Binomial name | |
| Crotopsalta plexis | |
Crotopsalta plexis is a species of cicada, also known as the wilga ticker, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2005 by Australian entomologist Anthony Ewart.[1]
Etymology
[edit]The specific epithet plexis comes from Greek plexi(s) ('stroke' or 'percussion') with reference to the slow, ticking song.[1]
Description
[edit]The length of the forewing is 11–14 mm.[2]
Distribution and habitat
[edit]The species occurs in the Brigalow Belt of southern inland Queensland, extending southwards to Moree in northern New South Wales. The associated habitat includes woodland and dry shrubland, especially areas with Geijera parviflora (wilga).[2]
Behaviour
[edit]Adults may be heard from late August to February, clinging to the outer foliage of trees and shrubs, uttering slow tlicking calls.[2]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 Ewart, A (2005). "New genera and species of small ticking and 'chirping' cicadas (Hemiptera: Cicadoidea: Cicadidae) from Queensland, with descriptions of their songs". Memoirs of the Queensland Museum. 51 (2): 439–500 [442]. Retrieved 2025-09-29.
- 1 2 3 "Wilga Ticker Crotopsalta plexis Ewart, 2005". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-09-29.
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