Yoyetta serrata
| Yoyetta serrata | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hemiptera |
| Suborder: | Auchenorrhyncha |
| Family: | Cicadidae |
| Genus: | Yoyetta |
| Species: | Y. serrata |
| Binomial name | |
| Yoyetta serrata | |
Yoyetta serrata is a species of cicada, also known as the serrated firetail, in the true cicadafamily, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. The species is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2019 by Australian entomologistsDavid L. Emery, Nathan J. Emery and Lindsay Popple.[1][2]
Etymology
The specific epithetserrata, from Latin serratus (“serrated”), refers to the sharp-edged yellow markings on the lateral edges of the abdomen of the species.[1]
Description
The length of the forewing is 24–31 mm. Body length is 19–25 mm.[1][3]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs from Canberra and the Brindabella Range in the Australian Capital Territory, southwards through the South Eastern Highlandsbioregion to Bemm River, and westwards to Gisborne, Victoria. The associated habitat is cool temperateeucalypt forest and woodland.[3][2]
Behaviour
Adult males may be heard while clinging to the trunks and upper branches of eucalypts, emitting rapid, high-pitched, ticking and chirping calls.[3]
References
- ^ abcdEmery, 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 [320]. doi:10.3853/j.2201-4349.71.2019.1720. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ^ abc"Species Yoyetta serrata Emery, Emery & Popple, 2019". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2025. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ^ abc"Serrated Firetail Yoyetta serrata Emery, Emery and Popple, 2019". A web guide to the cicadas of Australia. Popple Creative Industries. 2025. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
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