Gagatopsalta obscura
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Gagatopsalta |
| Species: | G. obscura
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| Binomial name | |
| Gagatopsalta obscura | |
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Gagatopsalta obscura is a species of cicada, also known as the clip-clop cicada, 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
The specific epithet, from Latin obscurus (‘inconspicuous’), refers to the cicadas’ habits and behaviour.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 15–17 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species is known only from the Adavale district of South West Queensland. Its associated habitat is woodland dominated by Acacia cambagei (gidgee).[3][2]
Behaviour
Adults have been heard from November to January, clinging to the outer branches of the gidgee, uttering syncopated, double-ticking calls.[3]
References
- ^ a b c 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 [463]. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ^ a b "Species Gagatopsalta obscurus Ewart, 2005". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ^ a b c "Clip-clop Cicada Gagatopsalta obscura Ewart, 2005". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-05.