Pauropsalta elgneri
| Pauropsalta elgneri | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Pauropsalta |
| Species: | P. elgneri
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| Binomial name | |
| Pauropsalta elgneri | |
Pauropsalta elgneri is a species of cicada, also known as the paperbark tree-clicker, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1912 by Australian entomologist Julian Howard Ashton.[1][2]
Description
The length of the forewing is 18–24 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs on the Cape York Peninsula of Far North Queensland, from the tip of the peninsula southwards to the Archer River, and also from Cape Flattery north of Cooktown. Associated habitats include low-lying swampy areas and grassy woodland with paperbark trees.[3][2]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard from November to February, clinging to tree trunks, emitting rapid double-clicking calls.[3]
References
- ^ a b Ashton, H (1912). "Some new Australian Cicadidae". Proceedings of the Royal Society of Victoria. New Series. 24: 221–229 [227].
- ^ a b c "Species Pauropsalta elgneri Ashton, 1912". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-30.
- ^ a b c "Paperbark Tree-clicker Pauropsalta elgneri Ashton, 1912". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-30.