Myopsalta umbra
| Myopsalta umbra | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Myopsalta |
| Species: | M. umbra
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| Binomial name | |
| Myopsalta umbra | |
Myopsalta umbra is a species of cicada, also known as the olive vine buzzer, 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 umbra (Latin: ‘shadow’ or ‘shade’) refers to the cicadas' heavily shaded habitat.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 15–17 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs in south-eastern Queensland in scattered populations from Mount Moffatt and Theodore southwards to Boonah. The associated habitat is undisturbed areas of semi-ephemeral vine thicket.[3][1]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard from October to January, sitting within tangles of vines, uttering repetitive buzzing calls.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d 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 [82]. doi:10.11646/zootaxa.4340.1.1. Retrieved 2025-10-21.
- ^ "Species Myopsalta umbra Popple, 2017". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-21.
- ^ a b c "Olive Vine Buzzer Myopsalta umbra Popple, 2017". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-21.