Gudanga aurea
| Gudanga aurea | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Gudanga |
| Species: | G. aurea
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| Binomial name | |
| Gudanga aurea | |
Gudanga aurea is a species of cicada, also known as the golden blackwing, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1996 by Australian entomologist Maxwell Sydney Moulds.[1]
Etymology
The specific epithet aurea is derived from Latin: aurum (gold), with reference to the cicadas’ golden colouration, as well as to their range being rich in gold deposits.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 17–26 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs between Kumarina, Wiluna, Kalgoorlie and Mount Magnet in central Western Australia. Its associated habitat includes woodlands with mulga or other acacias.[3][2]
Behaviour
Adults appear from January to March, clinging to the trunks and branches of the trees.[3]
References
- ^ a b c Moulds, MS (1996). "Review of the Australian genus Gudanga Distant (Hemiptera: Cicadidae) including new species from Western Australia and Queensland". Australian Journal of Entomology. 35: 19–31 [28]. Retrieved 2025-10-09.
- ^ a b "Species Gudanga aurea Moulds, 1996". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-09.
- ^ a b c "Golden Blackwing Gudanga aurea Moulds, 1996". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-09.