Macrotristria extrema

Macrotristria extrema, also known as the western whiner, is a species of cicada in the true cicada family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1892 by English entomologist William Lucas Distant

Description

The length of the forewing is 34–38 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in coastal and subcoastal north-western Western Australia from Carnarvon north-eastwards to Sandfire, and inland to Marble Bar and Wittenoom. The habitat includes low open shrubland with scattered trees and dune vegetation.

Behaviour

Adults are heard from October to May, clinging to the stems and branches of trees and shrubs, uttering continuous harsh whines.