Terepsalta leichhardti is a species of cicada, also known as the northern stubby grass-ticker, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. The species is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2013 by Australian entomologist Anthony Ewart.
The specific epithet leichhardti refers to the Leichhardt River, which runs through Mount Isa and the adjacent grasslands of the cicadasâ habitat.
The length of the forewing is 13âÂÂ16 mm.
The species is only known from the vicinity of Mount Isa in north-western Queensland. Associated habitats include open grassland and grassy woodland.
Adult males may be heard in January, clinging to grass stems, emitting chirping and rattling calls.