Physeema bellatrix

Physeema bellatrix is a species of cicada, also known as the Esperance ticker, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. The species is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1914 by Australian entomologist Julian Howard Ashton.

Description

The length of the forewing is 15–17 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in southern Western Australia from Warren River eastwards to Esperance. The associated habitat is heath on sandplains.

Behaviour

Adult males may be heard from October to February, clinging to the stems of shrubs, emitting soft, slow, clicking calls.