Myopsalta platyptera
| Myopsalta platyptera | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Myopsalta |
| Species: | M. platyptera
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| Binomial name | |
| Myopsalta platyptera | |
Myopsalta platyptera is a species of cicada, also known as the Theodore chirper, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2017 by Australian entomologist Lindsay Popple.[1]
Etymology
The specific epithet platyptera is derived from Greek platýs and pteros, meaning ‘broad-winged’ with reference to the cicadas’ relatively broad, rounded wings.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 15–18 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species is only known from the Brigalow Research Station near Theodore in Central Queensland. The associated habitat is brigalow woodland and shrubland.[3]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard in January, clinging to the branches of brigalow trees, uttering chirping calls.[3]
References
- ^ a b c Popple, LW (2017). "A revision of the Myopsalta crucifera (Ashton) species group (Hemiptera: Cicadidae: Cicadettini) with 14 new species from mainland Australia". Zootaxa. 4340 (1): 1–98 [70]. doi:10.11646/zootaxa.4340.1.1. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
- ^ "Species Myopsalta platyptera Popple, 2017". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-20.
- ^ a b c "Theodore Chirper Myopsalta platyptera Popple, 2017". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-20.