Macrotristria frenchi

Macrotristria frenchi, also known as the northern steamer, is a species of cicada in the true cicada family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1914 by Australian entomologist Julian Howard Ashton

Description

The length of the forewing is 41–48 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the Top End of the Northern Territory. The syntype was collected at the Katherine River. The habitat includes riverine woodland.

Behaviour

Adults are heard from November to February, clinging to the upper branches and trunks of eucalypts, acacias and pandans, uttering strong pulsing calls.