Atrapsalta dolens

Atrapsalta dolens is a species of cicada, also known as the south-western bark squeaker, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1850 by English entomologist Francis Walker.

Description

The length of the forewing is 13–16 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in south-west Western Australia, as well as on the Eyre Peninsula and in south-eastern South Australia. The associated habitat includes open eucalypt woodland and heathland.

Behaviour

Adults are heard from September to February, the males clinging to the foliage of heath shrubs, uttering slow, repetitive "dit-dyerr" calls.