Myopsalta libritor

Myopsalta libritor is a species of cicada, also known as the Coolah repeater, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2015 by Australian entomologists Nathan J. Emery, David L. Emery and Lindsay Popple.

Etymology

The specific epithet libritor refers to the machine gun-like sound of the song.

Description

The length of the forewing is 12–17 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species is known only from riparian parts of the Coolah and Merriwa districts of inland New South Wales. The associated habitat is grassland on alluvial soils.

Behaviour

Adult males may be heard from October to January, uttering rapid, chirping calls.