Burbunga occidentalis

Burbunga occidentalis, also known as the south-western whiner, is a species of cicada in the true cicada family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1912 by English entomologist William Lucas Distant.

Description

The species has a forewing length of 35–41 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The syntype was collected in the vicinity of Southern Cross, some 370 km east of Perth. The species has been recorded from the Avon Wheatbelt, Esperance Plains, Geraldton Sandplains, Jarrah Forest, Mallee, Swan Coastal Plain, Warren and Yalgoo bioregions. It is found in low woodland and open heath habitats.

Behaviour

Adults are heard from November to January, clinging to the branches of trees and shrubs, uttering strong, continuous buzzing calls.