Myopsalta parvula
| Myopsalta parvula | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Myopsalta |
| Species: | M. parvula
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| Binomial name | |
| Myopsalta parvula | |
Myopsalta parvula is a species of cicada, also known as the Black Mountain tinkler, 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 parvula is derived from Latin parvulus (small), with reference to the relative size of the cicadas.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 14–15 mm.[3]
Distribution and habitat
The species is only known from the foothills of Black Mountain in the Australian Capital Territory, and from near Omeo in north-eastern Victoria. The associated habitat is grassy woodland with a moderate slope.[3]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard in November, clinging to grass stems, uttering soft, high-pitched, tinkling 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 [66]. doi:10.11646/zootaxa.4340.1.1. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
- ^ "Species Myopsalta parvula Popple, 2017". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-20.
- ^ a b c "Black Mountain Tinkler Myopsalta parvula Popple, 2017". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-10-20.