Yoyetta spectabilis
| Yoyetta spectabilis | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Yoyetta |
| Species: | Y. serrata
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| Binomial name | |
| Yoyetta serrata | |
Yoyetta spectabilis is a species of cicada, also known as the wavering firetail, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. The species is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2019 by Australian entomologists David L. Emery, Nathan J. Emery and Lindsay Popple.[1][2]
Etymology
The specific epithet spectabilis refers to the impressive markings and colouration, ranging from orange-red to enamel black, of the species.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 23–28 mm. Body length is 20–26 mm.[1][3]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs in New South Wales from Barrington Tops, and from Blackheath in the Blue Mountains southwards to Clyde Mountain, as well as from Moondarra in Victoria. Associated habitats include both open and closed heathland, and eucalypt forest with a heathy understorey.[3][2]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard from November to January, clinging to the stems and branches of eucalypts and heath vegetation, emitting repetitive wavering calls.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d Emery, DL; Emery, NJ; Popple, LW (2019). "A Revision of the Yoyetta abdominalis (Distant) Species Group of Cicadas (Hemiptera: Cicadidae: Cicadettinae), Introducing Eight New Species". Records of the Australian Museum. 71 (7): 277–347 [308]. doi:10.3853/j.2201-4349.71.2019.1720. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ^ a b c "Species Yoyetta spectabilis Emery, Emery & Popple, 2019". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ^ a b c "Wavering Firetail Yoyetta spectabilis Emery, Emery and Popple, 2019". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-11-18.