Tibicininae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tibicininae: /tɪbɪˈtʃɪnɪniː/

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Summary

Tibicininae is a subfamily of cicadas consisting of 5 tribes and at least 140 described species, notable for their distinct wing veination and geographical distribution in North America and beyond.

Physical Characteristics

The Tibicininae subfamily is characterized by the shape of wing veination, specifically the shape of the radial cell and the location of its terminal node on the wing. Platypedia and Neoplatypedia have an ovate radial cell with the node located 2/3 down the length of the wing. Okanagana features a trapezoidal radial cell, while Clidophleps has a wider and more oblong cell. Okanagodes is morphologically distinct with a semi-trapezoidal radial cell.

Identification Tips

Identify genera based on wing veination: Platypedia and Neoplatypedia (ovate radial cell), Okanagana (trapezoidal radial cell), Clidophleps (wider oblong cell), and Okanagodes (distinct morphological traits).

Habitat

Found in various habitats across the Neotropics, Nearctic, and Palearctic regions.

Distribution

Primarily found in the western United States, with some species extending to New Brunswick, southeastern and midwestern regions (e.g., O. viridis and O. balli).

Life Cycle

Most species emerge between late June and mid-July, occasionally extending into August.

Evolution

The subfamily underwent a major revision in 2005, with a proposal to rename it to Tettigadinae, which is sometimes used informally.

Tags

• Tibicininae
• Cicadidae
• Cicadas
• Insects
• Hemiptera