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Diceroprocta apache-cinctifera-semicincta
Apache Cicada, Silver-bellied annual cicada
Diceroprocta apache-cinctifera-semicincta is a cicada species found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a host for the Pacific Cicada Killer wasp (Sphecius convallis), which paralyzes adults to provision underground nests. The species belongs to the 'annual' cicada group, with staggered generations appearing each year rather than synchronized mass emergences.
Diceroprocta arizona
Plateau Flag-Bearer
Diceroprocta arizona is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1916. It is distributed across the southwestern United States and Central America, with records from Arizona and several Mexican states including Chiapas, Chihuahua, Durango, and Morelos. Like other members of the genus Diceroprocta, it is an annual cicada with a multi-year nymphal development period spent underground feeding on plant roots.
Diceroprocta averyi
Western Plain Flag-Bearer
Diceroprocta averyi is a species of annual cicada described by Davis in 1941. It belongs to the genus Diceroprocta, a group of cicadas commonly known as flag-bearers. The species occurs in North America, with confirmed records from Texas. Like other Diceroprocta species, it likely exhibits the typical cicada life cycle involving multiple years spent underground as a nymph feeding on root xylem, followed by emergence as a short-lived adult.
Diceroprocta bequaerti
Gulf Saltmarsh Cicada
Diceroprocta bequaerti is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, native to North America. It is one of several Diceroprocta species found in the southern United States, where it inhabits coastal and near-coastal environments. Like other cicadas in this genus, it produces sound through tymbal organs to attract mates. The species was described by William T. Davis in 1917.
Diceroprocta delicata
Delicate Flag-Bearer
A small cicada species in the family Cicadidae, Diceroprocta delicata occurs in arid and semi-arid regions of the southern United States and Mexico. Like other Diceroprocta species, it produces sound using tymbal organs. The specific epithet 'delicata' suggests relatively small or slender proportions compared to congeners. Available records indicate it is an 'annual' cicada with staggered generations rather than synchronized periodic emergence.
Diceroprocta knighti
Dusty Flag-Bearer
Diceroprocta knighti is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae, distributed across the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. Like other members of its genus, it is an annual cicada with a multi-year nymphal stage spent underground feeding on tree and shrub roots. Adults emerge during summer months, with males producing species-specific acoustic signals to attract females. The species is part of the diverse cicada fauna of the Sonoran Desert region, where it co-occurs with related congeners at different elevations.
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Scrub Cicada
Diceroprocta marevagans is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, distributed across parts of Central America and North America. As a member of the genus Diceroprocta, it shares traits with other "annual" cicadas that appear every year due to staggered generations, rather than the synchronous emergences seen in periodical cicadas. The species inhabits scrubland and arid environments where it feeds on plant sap.
Diceroprocta olympusa
Olympic Scrub Cicada
Diceroprocta olympusa is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is found in the southeastern United States, with records from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and North Carolina. As with other Diceroprocta species, it likely spends multiple years underground as a nymph feeding on plant roots before emerging as an adult.
Diceroprocta semicincta
Sonoran Flag-Bearer
Diceroprocta semicincta is a cicada species native to the Sonoran Desert region of southwestern North America and adjacent areas of Mexico. Adults are active during the hottest months of summer, with males producing loud calling songs from mesquite trees and other vegetation. The species has an annual life cycle with overlapping generations, unlike the periodical cicadas. Two subspecies are recognized: D. s. semicincta and D. s. nigricans.
Hadoa
Western Annual Cicadas
Hadoa is a genus of large-bodied cicadas (family Cicadidae) native to Western North America. The genus was erected in 2015 by Moulds to accommodate species previously placed in Tibicen, which was redefined to include only European species. Hadoa species are annual cicadas, with adults typically emerging during summer months. The genus contains approximately 20 species distributed across western North American habitats including deserts, woodlands, and montane regions.
Hadoa chiricahua
Chiricahua Sun-Singer
Hadoa chiricahua is an annual cicada species in the genus Hadoa, endemic to the southwestern United States. The species was originally described as Tibicen chiricahua by Davis in 1923 and later transferred to Hadoa. It is known from the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona and adjacent areas of New Mexico, inhabiting mid- to high-elevation forests within the Madrean Sky Island ecosystem. As an annual cicada, it completes its life cycle within a single year, unlike periodical cicadas that emerge on multi-year cycles.
Hadoa chisosensis
Southern Piñon Sun-Singer
Hadoa chisosensis is a species of annual cicada in the genus Hadoa, native to Texas and adjacent areas of northern Mexico. The species is commonly known as the Southern Piñon Sun-Singer. As a member of the Cicadidae family, it produces acoustic signals typical of cicadas. The specific epithet 'chisosensis' refers to the Chisos Mountains region of Texas, indicating its association with this geographic area.
Hadoa longiopercula
Spade Sun-Singer
Hadoa longiopercula is an annual cicada species in the genus Hadoa, native to southeastern Arizona. It inhabits desert scrub ecosystems, particularly areas with Alligator Juniper (Juniperus deppeana). The species was originally described as Tibicen longiopercula by Davis in 1926 and later transferred to the genus Hadoa. Known records are sparse, with confirmed observations limited to a few localities in the southeastern corner of Arizona.
Megatibicen dealbatus
Plains Cicada
Megatibicen dealbatus, the plains cicada, is an annual cicada species occurring in the central Great Plains of North America. The species name derives from Latin 'dealbatus' meaning 'whitewashed.' Males produce a distinctive song similar to that of M. pronotalis (Walker's cicada), and have been observed calling late into the night—unusual behavior for most cicadas in the region. Adults are attracted to ultraviolet and mercury-vapor lights.
Megatibicen dorsatus
Bush Cicada, Giant Grassland Cicada, Grand Western Cicada, Splendid Prairie Cicada
Megatibicen dorsatus, commonly known as the Bush Cicada or Giant Grassland Cicada, is a large, striking cicada species endemic to the tallgrass and shortgrass prairies of the central United States. Adults are among the largest North American cicadas, measuring approximately 57 mm in length, with distinctive white waxy markings on a dark body. Males produce loud, characteristic songs using internal tymbal organs to attract females. The species has an annual life cycle with staggered emergences, with adults active primarily from July through September. M. dorsatus is frequently found perched on low vegetation in open grassland habitats, where its contrasting coloration provides surprising cryptic protection. Adult males serve as hosts for the acoustically hunting sarcophagid parasitoid Emblemasoma erro.
Megatibicen figuratus
fall southeastern dusk-singing cicada
Megatibicen figuratus is an annual cicada species native to the southeastern United States, commonly known as the fall southeastern dusk-singing cicada. It was originally described in the genus Neotibicen before being reclassified to Megatibicen. The species is characterized by its late-season activity period and distinctive dusk-singing behavior.
Megatibicen pronotalis
Walker's Annual Cicada, Walker's cicada
Megatibicen pronotalis, commonly known as Walker's Annual Cicada or Walker's cicada, is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is found in the northern Great Plains of the United States and has been reported from states including Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Alabama, and Florida. Males produce sound using tymbals—hardened membranes under plates on the venter at the base of the abdomen—and are reportedly among the loudest insects in the world. The species is often associated with riparian cottonwood (Populus) and willow (Salix) habitats.
Megatibicen resh
Resh Cicada, Western Dusk Singing Cicada
Megatibicen resh, commonly known as the Resh Cicada or Western Dusk Singing Cicada, is a North American cicada species in the family Cicadidae. It is one of several large-bodied annual cicadas in the genus Megatibicen, which are known for their distinctive songs produced by males. The species is found across the south-central and southeastern United States, where adults emerge in late summer. Like other cicadas in this genus, M. resh produces sound through tymbal organs located on the ventral surface of the abdomen.
Megatibicen resonans
Resonant Cicada, Southern Pine Barrens Cicada
Megatibicen resonans is an annual cicada species in the family Cicadidae, commonly known as the resonant cicada or southern pine barrens cicada. The species was originally described as Cicada resonans by Walker in 1850 and was later transferred from the genus Neotibicen to Megatibicen based on taxonomic revision. It is one of approximately 1026 observation records documented on iNaturalist, indicating moderate to high observer awareness.
Neotibicen
Dog-day Cicadas, Annual Cicadas, Harvestfly, Jar Fly
Neotibicen is a genus of large-bodied cicadas (family Cicadidae) found in eastern North America, formerly including Bermuda. These cicadas are commonly known as "dog-day cicadas" or "annual cicadas" due to their appearance every summer, typically from July through August. Unlike periodical cicadas (Magicicada), which emerge in synchronized 13- or 17-year cycles, Neotibicen species appear annually because overlapping generations ensure adults emerge every year. The genus was established in 2015 when species were moved from the formerly broader genus Tibicen, which was redefined to include only European species. Neotibicen species are among the most commonly encountered cicadas in the eastern United States and are known for their loud, complex songs produced by males to attract females.
Neotibicen auriferus
Plains Dog-Day Cicada, Field cicada
Neotibicen auriferus is an annual cicada species in the family Cicadidae, commonly known as the Plains Dog-Day Cicada or Field cicada. Like other annual cicadas, it emerges during mid- to late summer rather than in synchronized broods. The species is known from the central United States, with records from Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Males produce species-specific songs using tymbal organs to attract females for mating.
Neotibicen canicularis
dog-day cicada, dog-day harvestfly, heatbug, Northern Dog-day Cicada
Neotibicen canicularis is an annual cicada species found across much of North America, commonly known as the dog-day cicada or dog-day harvestfly. Unlike periodical cicadas that emerge in synchronized broods every 13 or 17 years, this species appears every summer, though individuals require several years to develop underground. Adults are active during the hot midsummer period traditionally called the "dog days." The species has been documented as a host for multiple flesh fly parasitoids in the family Sarcophagidae, including several first-record associations.
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Davis's Southeastern Dog-day Cicada, Southern Dog-day Cicada, Davis' Southeastern Dog-day Cicada
Neotibicen davisi is an annual cicada species in the family Cicadidae, named in honor of North American cicada specialist William Thompson Davis. The species comprises two recognized subspecies: N. d. davisi and N. d. harnedi. Like other dog-day cicadas, it emerges during mid- to late summer rather than in spring like periodical cicadas.
Neotibicen davisi harnedi
Mississippi Scissor-Grinder
Neotibicen davisi harnedi is a subspecies of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is part of the dog-day cicada group, which emerge during mid- to late summer. The species was originally described as Tibicen davisi var. harnedi by Davis in 1918. Like other Neotibicen species, it spends multiple years underground as a nymph before emerging as an adult.
Neotibicen latifasciatus
Coastal scissor grinder cicada
Neotibicen latifasciatus is an annual cicada species in the genus Neotibicen, commonly known as the coastal scissor grinder cicada. It was originally described by Davis in 1915 as a variety of Cicada pruinosa. The species is part of the 'scissor grinder' group of cicadas, which produce distinctive buzzing calls. As an annual cicada, it emerges every year rather than in synchronized broods like periodical cicadas.
Neotibicen linnei
Linne's cicada
Neotibicen linnei is a large-bodied annual cicada native to the Eastern United States and Canada. Like other Neotibicen species, it spends multiple years underground as a nymph feeding on plant roots before emerging in mid- to late summer. Adults are known for their distinctive calling songs produced by vibrating tymbal membranes. The species is part of the annual cicada group, meaning adults emerge every year due to overlapping generations rather than synchronized mass emergences.
Neotibicen lyricen
lyric cicada
Neotibicen lyricen, commonly known as the lyric cicada, is a medium-sized cicada species in the family Cicadidae. It is one of several species in the genus Neotibicen that occur across eastern North America. The species is characterized by its distinctive song, which has been described as a continuous, high-pitched trill. Adults emerge in summer and are active during daylight hours when they produce their characteristic calling songs from perches in trees and shrubs.
Neotibicen lyricen engelhardti
Dark Lyric Cicada
Neotibicen lyricen engelhardti is a subspecies of the lyric cicada, commonly known as the Dark Lyric Cicada. It is one of several annual cicada subspecies found in eastern North America that emerge during mid- to late summer. Like other Neotibicen species, it produces species-specific songs using tymbal organs. The subspecies was described by Davis in 1910 and is currently recognized as valid.
Neotibicen lyricen lyricen
Common Lyric Cicada, Lyric Cicada
Neotibicen lyricen lyricen is a subspecies of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, commonly known as the Common Lyric Cicada. It produces a distinctive song that has been described as a continuous, high-pitched buzz or whine. Males produce sound using paired tymbal organs located on the ventral surface of the abdomen. The subspecies is found across eastern North America, with records from Florida to New York and throughout the Midwest. It has been observed in dry-mesic deciduous forests, hilltop prairies, and woodland edges. Activity peaks in late summer, typically from August through early autumn.
Neotibicen lyricen virescens
Coastal Lyric Cicada
Neotibicen lyricen virescens, the Coastal Lyric Cicada, is a subspecies of the lyric cicada distinguished by its greenish coloration. It is one of several subspecies within the N. lyricen complex, which are among the most common and widespread annual cicadas in eastern North America. The species produces a characteristic rattling buzz call. Males possess tymbal organs for sound production, while females are silent.
Neotibicen pruinosus
scissor grinder, scissors grinder dog-day cicada
Neotibicen pruinosus, commonly known as the scissor grinder, is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is one of several North American cicadas known as "scissor grinders" due to its distinctive call resembling scissors being run over a grinding wheel. The species is primarily green with complex markings and an entirely black abdomen. A rare pale variant occurs in southeastern Kansas and eastern Oklahoma. The specific name pruinosus is Latin for "frosty," referring to the pruinose (powdery white) coating on the underside.
Neotibicen robinsonianus
Robinson's Annual Cicada, Robinson's cicada
Neotibicen robinsonianus, commonly known as Robinson's Annual Cicada, is a large-bodied annual cicada native to the Eastern United States. Males produce species-specific acoustic signals using tymbal organs located on the ventral abdomen. The species is active during late summer and early autumn, with observations and carcasses documented along woodland trails and prairie interfaces. It occurs sympatrically with other Neotibicen species such as N. lyricens, with which it can be found singing in the same habitats.
Neotibicen similaris
Similar Dog-day Cicada
Neotibicen similaris is an annual cicada native to the southeastern United States. The species was originally described as a single taxon but was split in 2017 into two subspecies: N. s. similaris (the nominate subspecies) and N. s. apalachicola, which occurs in the Apalachicola region of Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The two subspecies are morphologically similar and can be distinguished most reliably by the distinctive mating call of N. s. apalachicola males. Hybridization has been observed in zones of overlap, producing intermediate song patterns.
Neotibicen similaris apalachicola
Apalachicola Scissor-Grinder
Neotibicen similaris apalachicola is a subspecies of annual cicada described in 2017, endemic to the Apalachicola region of the southeastern United States. As a member of the dog-day cicada group, it shares the characteristic biology of Neotibicen species: nymphs develop underground for multiple years feeding on root sap, with overlapping generations producing adults annually during mid- to late summer. The subspecies designation reflects geographic isolation and presumably subtle morphological or acoustic differentiation from the nominate form.
Neotibicen tibicen
Swamp Cicada, Morning Cicada
Neotibicen tibicen is an annual cicada species in the family Cicadidae, known for its morning activity pattern and distinctive song. It is the most frequently encountered Neotibicen species in North America, often perching on low vegetation where it is easily observed. The species was formerly classified as Tibicen chloromerus and Tibicen tibicen before being moved to Neotibicen in 2015. Two subspecies are recognized: N. t. tibicen and N. t. australis.
Neotibicen tibicen australis
Southern Dusky-winged Cicada
Neotibicen tibicen australis, the Southern Dusky-winged Cicada, is a subspecies of the annual dog day cicada group found across southern North America. Like other Neotibicen species, it spends multiple years underground as a nymph feeding on tree root sap before emerging on summer nights to molt into an adult. Males produce species-specific songs using tymbal organs to attract mates. The subspecies designation indicates geographic variation within the broader N. tibicen species complex, with 'australis' referring to its southern distribution relative to other subspecies.
Okanagana annulata
Okanagana annulata is a small cicada species in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1935. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a group of annual cicadas found primarily in western North America. The species is documented from several western U.S. states including California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Nevada. Like other Okanagana species, it is presumed to be an annual cicada with a multi-year life cycle spent largely underground as nymphs feeding on xylem fluids from plant roots.
Okanagana arctostaphylae
Okanagana arctostaphylae is a small cicada species described by Van Duzee in 1915. It is native to California and belongs to the genus Okanagana, which contains numerous western North American cicada species. Like other Okanagana species, it is an annual cicada with a life cycle completed within a single year rather than the multi-year periodical cycles seen in Magicicada. The specific epithet arctostaphylae suggests an association with manzanita (Arctostaphylos), though the nature of this relationship requires confirmation.
Okanagana aurora
Okanagana aurora is a species of cicada described by William T. Davis in 1936. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a group of cicadas found primarily in western North America. The species is known from California and Nevada. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to be an annual cicada rather than a periodical species.
Okanagana balli
Prairie Cicada
Okanagana balli is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by William T. Davis in 1919. It is commonly known as the Prairie Cicada and occurs in the central United States. As a member of the genus Okanagana, it belongs to a group of annual cicadas rather than the periodical cicadas famous for their mass emergences. The species inhabits prairie and grassland ecosystems.
Okanagana bella
Mountain Cicada
Okanagana bella, commonly known as the mountain cicada, is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae. It was described by Davis in 1919. The species is found in western North America, with documented occurrences in Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and other mountainous regions. As an annual cicada, it does not exhibit the synchronized mass emergence patterns seen in periodical cicadas.
Okanagana canescens
Okanagana canescens is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, first described by Van Duzee in 1915. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, which comprises numerous species distributed across western North America. The species is documented from California and Washington based on occurrence records. As with other Okanagana species, it is presumed to have an annual life cycle rather than the periodical emergence pattern seen in Magicicada species.
Okanagana formosa
Okanagana formosa is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1926. It belongs to the western North American cicada genus Okanagana, which comprises approximately 60 species. Like other Okanagana species, it is not a periodical cicada and does not exhibit synchronized mass emergence patterns. The species has been documented from California, Nevada, and Utah.
Okanagana gibbera
Okanagana gibbera is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1927. It is found in western North America, with confirmed records from California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Nevada. Like other members of the genus Okanagana, it is an annual cicada with a multi-year life cycle spent primarily underground as a nymph.
Okanagana luteobasalis
Okanagana luteobasalis is a small annual cicada species described by Davis in 1935. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a diverse group of western North American cicadas. Distribution records indicate occurrence across the western United States and Canada, including Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and Idaho. As with other Okanagana species, it likely inhabits open, dry habitats, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Okanagana magnifica
Okanagana magnifica is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1919. It is native to western North America, with documented occurrences in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico. The species belongs to the genus Okanagana, which comprises annual cicadas rather than periodical species. As with other Okanagana species, it likely inhabits arid and semi-arid environments characteristic of its southwestern range.
Okanagana mariposa
Okanagana mariposa is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae described by Davis in 1915. The species is native to North America and is one of approximately 65 cicada species found in California. Two subspecies are recognized: O. m. mariposa and O. m. oregonensis. Like other members of the genus Okanagana, it is an annual cicada rather than a periodical species.
Okanagana nigrodorsata
Okanagana nigrodorsata is a species of cicada described by Davis in 1923. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a diverse group of annual cicadas found in western North America. The species name 'nigrodorsata' refers to its dark dorsal coloration. Like other Okanagana species, it is an annual cicada with a multi-year life cycle spent primarily underground as nymphs.
Okanagana noveboracensis
Aspen Cicada
Okanagana noveboracensis, commonly known as the Aspen Cicada, is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is distributed across western North America, with records from Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and Idaho. As a member of the genus Okanagana, it belongs to a group of annual cicadas rather than the periodical cicadas. The species is associated with aspen and related habitats.
Okanagana opacipennis
manzanita cicada
Okanagana opacipennis, commonly known as the manzanita cicada, is a small cicada species described by Davis in 1926. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a group of annual cicadas found in western North America. The species has been documented in California and Baja California, with 19 observations recorded on iNaturalist.
Okanagana orithya
Okanagana orithya is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae. It is native to western North America and belongs to a genus of medium-sized cicadas characterized by their dark coloration and distinctive wing patterns. Like other Okanagana species, it produces audible calling songs for mate attraction. The species is part of a diverse western cicada fauna that contrasts with the periodical cicada broods of eastern North America.
Okanagana ornata
Orange-margined Cicada
Okanagana ornata is a western North American cicada species in the family Cicadidae, commonly known as the Orange-margined Cicada. Like other Okanagana species, it is an annual or "dog-day" cicada with a multi-year life cycle spent primarily underground as a nymph. The species is distinguished by its ornate coloration with orange marginal markings. It is one of approximately 65 cicada species found in California and is part of the diverse western cicada fauna that differs from the periodical cicadas of eastern North America.
Okanagana rhadine
Okanagana rhadine is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Bliven in 1964. It is one of approximately 65 cicada species occurring in California. The genus Okanagana contains annual cicadas that emerge each year rather than periodical cicadas with synchronized multi-year cycles. Very little has been published specifically about this species, and it appears to be rarely encountered or documented.
Okanagana salicicola
Okanagana salicicola is a small North American cicada species described by Bliven in 1964. As a member of the genus Okanagana, it belongs to a group of annual cicadas found primarily in western North America. The specific epithet 'salicicola' suggests an association with willow (Salix) habitats. Like other Okanagana species, it is likely a habitat specialist with specific host plant relationships, though detailed ecological studies remain limited.
Okanagana schaefferi
A western North American cicada species described by Davis in 1915. Records indicate presence in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States including Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. As a member of the genus Okanagana, it belongs to a group of annual cicadas rather than the periodical cicadas of eastern North America.
Okanagana sequoiae
Okanagana sequoiae is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Bliven in 1964. It is native to the western United States, with confirmed records from California and Oregon. Like other members of the genus Okanagana, it is not a periodical cicada and does not exhibit the synchronized mass emergence characteristic of Magicicada species.
Okanagana vandykei
Okanagana vandykei is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae, native to the western United States. It is one of approximately 65 cicada species found in California. The species was described by Van Duzee in 1915 and is named in honor of entomologist H.H. Van Dyke. Like other members of the genus Okanagana, it is an annual cicada rather than a periodical species.
Okanagana venusta
Okanagana venusta is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1935. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, which contains numerous species of annual cicadas found in western North America. The species is documented from the southwestern United States including Arizona, California, and Utah. Like other Okanagana species, it is presumed to have a typical cicada life cycle involving nymphal development underground and adult emergence, though specific details for this species remain poorly documented.
Okanagana villosa
Okanagana villosa is a species of annual cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1941. It is native to California and belongs to a genus of approximately 65 species found in western North America. Like other Okanagana species, it is not a periodical cicada and does not exhibit the synchronized mass emergences characteristic of Magicicada broods. The species name 'villosa' refers to hairy or shaggy appearance.
Okanagana vocalis
Okanagana vocalis is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae, described by Bliven in 1964. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, which comprises annual cicadas found in western North America. The species name "vocalis" suggests a notable acoustic characteristic, though specific call descriptions are not well documented. Like other Okanagana species, it is presumed to be an annual cicada rather than a periodical species.
Okanagana yakimaensis
Okanagana yakimaensis is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1939. The species is endemic to Washington State in the Pacific Northwest of North America. Like other members of the genus Okanagana, it is an annual cicada with a life cycle spanning multiple years underground as nymphs before emerging as adults. The genus Okanagana comprises approximately 60 species distributed primarily in western North America.
Tibicen
Tibicen is a suppressed genus name in the cicada family Cicadidae, officially rejected by the International Commission on Zoological Nomenclature in 2021. Originally published by Latreille in 1825 and made available by Berthold in 1827, the name was applied to over 100 cicada species across the Northern Hemisphere during the 20th century, particularly to North American dog-day cicadas. Longstanding nomenclatural controversy centered on whether the original publications validly established the genus, with competing type species designations creating taxonomic confusion. The 2021 suppression placed Tibicen on the Official Index of Rejected and Invalid Generic Names in Zoology. Former European species now reside in genus Lyristes, while North American and Asian species have been reassigned to genera including Neotibicen, Megatibicen, Auritibicen, and Hadoa.