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Toxala mckinnonae

Toxala mckinnonae is a species of cicada, also known as the Herberton grass-buzzer, in the true cicada family, Cicadettinae subfamily and Cicadettini tribe. The species is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2015 by Australian entomologist Lindsay Popple.

Description

The length of the forewing is 10–12 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species is only known from a small area west of Herberton in Far North Queensland. The associated habitat is native grassland on sandy loam soils.

Behaviour

Adult males may be heard from December to January, clinging to grass stems, emitting high-pitched, chirping and buzzing calls with accompanying wing-snaps, after rain.

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