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Hadoa townsendii
Soaptree Sun-Singer
Hadoa townsendii is a cicada species commonly known as the Soaptree Sun-Singer. The species was originally described by Uhler in 1905 and is currently classified in the genus Hadoa, which was separated from the broader Okanagana genus based on morphological and molecular evidence. This medium-sized cicada is associated with arid and semi-arid habitats in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Hewlettia
Hewlettia is a genus of cicadas in the family Cicadidae, subfamily Tibicininae, and tribe Tibicinini. It was described by Smeds in 2023. As a member of the Tibicinini, it belongs to a group of cicadas distributed primarily in the Mediterranean region and adjacent areas. The genus is represented by a small number of observations on iNaturalist, suggesting limited documentation or restricted distribution.
Leptopsaltriini
Painted Cicadas
Leptopsaltriini is a tribe of cicadas comprising at least 200 described species distributed across the Palearctic, Nearctic, and Indomalayan realms. The tribe is organized into six subtribes, with notable diversity in South and Southeast Asia. A recently described genus, Versicolora, has revealed the first documented case of colour-changing behaviour in the superfamily Cicadoidea.
Magicicada septendecula
Decula Periodical Cicada
Magicicada septendecula is one of three species of 17-year periodical cicadas endemic to the eastern United States. It is typically the rarest of the three species in mixed-species populations and exhibits stronger habitat specificity than its congeners. The species prefers upland woodland habitats dominated by hickories and walnuts, particularly Carya glabra (pignut hickory), and shows a strong association with Juglandaceae host trees. First described in 1962, it has been recorded from Connecticut southward through the eastern states, with the northeastern-most record from Totoket Mountain in North Branford, Connecticut in 2013. M. septendecula is distinguished from M. septendecim by its smaller body size and hind tibial length (less than 6.3 mm versus 6.3 mm or greater). The species exhibits greater susceptibility to delayed emergence compared to other Magicicada species, which may contribute to its comparative rarity.
Megatibicen
Great Cicadas
Megatibicen is a genus of North American cicadas established in 2016, comprising approximately 10 species previously classified under Tibicen, Neotibicen, Ameritibicen, and Gigatibicen. These are large-bodied cicadas commonly known as 'Great Cicadas,' with males producing distinctive calling songs using tymbal organs. The genus exhibits notable diversity in the south-central and southwestern United States, including a recently described endemic species from the Mescalero-Monahans shinnery sands.
Megatibicen cultriformis
Grand Western Flood Plain Cicada
Megatibicen cultriformis is a large cicada species in the family Cicadidae, commonly known as the Grand Western Flood Plain Cicada. It is distributed across the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, with confirmed records from Arizona, New Mexico, and Sonora. The species was described by Davis in 1915 and is currently classified in the genus Megatibicen, which was separated from the broader Tibicen group based on morphological and molecular evidence. As a member of the tribe Tacuini, it shares characteristics with other large-bodied North American cicadas.
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 dorsatus-tremulus
bush cicada, prairie cicada, Cole's bush cicada
Megatibicen dorsatus-tremulus represents a cryptic species pair within the bush cicada group, with M. dorsatus (prairie cicada/bush cicada) and M. tremulus (Cole's bush cicada) being nearly identical in appearance and song. These large cicadas inhabit grassland and sand dune habitats across the central and southern Great Plains. The two species were long confused due to their similarity, with M. tremulus only recently recognized as distinct. They are distinguished by tymbal cover coloration—brown in M. dorsatus versus black in M. tremulus—and occupy slightly different habitats, with M. tremulus favoring sandier substrates.
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.
Neocicada
Painted Cicadas
Neocicada is a genus of cicadas in the family Cicadidae, tribe Leptopsaltriini, containing approximately five described species distributed across North and Central America. The genus was established by Kato in 1932 and is taxonomically distinct from other North American cicada genera, with its closest relative being the Old World genus Cicada. Species within this genus include N. hieroglyphica (the hieroglyphic cicada), N. chisos (the chisos cicada), and three species described in 2005: N. australamexicana, N. centramericana, and N. mediamexicana. Members produce loud daytime calls and are attracted to ultraviolet and mercury-vapor lights.
Neocicada chisos
Chisos Cicada
Neocicada chisos is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, one of three species originally described in the genus Neocicada before its taxonomic expansion. The species was first described as Cicada chisos by Davis in 1916 and later transferred to the genus Neocicada. It is endemic to the Chisos Mountains region of Texas and adjacent northern Mexico, with records from Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas. As with other cicadas, males produce sound using tymbals—specialized membranes on the ventral base of the abdomen.
Neocicada hieroglyphica
Hieroglyphic Cicada
Neocicada hieroglyphica, commonly known as the hieroglyphic cicada, is a medium-sized cicada species in the family Cicadidae. It is found across eastern and central North America, with records from the southeastern United States west to Kansas. The species is named for the distinctive black markings on its head and thorax that resemble hieroglyphic writing. Adults are active during summer and are attracted to ultraviolet and mercury-vapor lights at night. Two subspecies are recognized: N. h. hieroglyphica and N. h. johannis.
Neoplatypedia
Wing-banging Cicadas
Neoplatypedia is a genus of cicadas in the family Cicadidae, established by Davis in 1920. The genus comprises at least two described species: N. ampliata and N. constricta. It is commonly referred to as the "Wing-banging Cicadas," a name that likely references a distinctive behavioral trait. The genus belongs to the tribe Platypediini within the subfamily Tibicininae.
Neoplatypedia constricta
Neoplatypedia constricta is a small cicada species in the family Cicadidae, first described by Davis in 1920. It belongs to the tribe Platypediini, a group characterized by small body size and distinctive morphological features. The species occurs in western North America, with records from multiple states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, and Iowa. Like other platypediine cicadas, it likely produces high-frequency songs that are difficult for humans to hear.
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 superbus
Superb Dog-day Cicada, Superb Cicada
Neotibicen superbus, the superb dog-day cicada, is a distinctive cicada species in the family Cicadidae. It is noted for being the greenest species in its genus, with reduced black patterning compared to congeners. The species produces a soft buzz song that reaches a crescendo. It is primarily associated with grassland environments and dolomite glades in the south-central United States.
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
Okanagana is a genus of cicadas comprising approximately 60 described species, primarily distributed in western North America. Species in this genus are generally arid- or cold-adapted, with most occurring in western U.S. states and Canada. The genus includes notable exceptions such as O. viridis, which inhabits temperate deciduous forests of the southeastern United States. Okanagana species are characterized by their acoustic communication, with males producing species-specific calling songs. Several species have been studied as hosts for specialized parasitoids, including the sarcophagid fly Emblemasoma auditrix, which locates hosts through phonotaxis to male calling songs.
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 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 fratercula
Brother's Band-winged Grasshopper
Okanagana fratercula is a species of cicada described by Davis in 1915. It belongs to the genus Okanagana within the family Cicadidae. The species has been recorded from western North America including Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and Idaho. As a member of the Tibicininae subfamily, it shares characteristics with other Okanagana species, though specific ecological details remain limited in published literature.
Okanagana fumipennis
Okanagana fumipennis is a cicada species in the family Cicadidae, described by Davis in 1932. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a group of North American cicadas distributed primarily in western regions of the continent. The specific epithet "fumipennis" (smoky-winged) suggests dark or smoky wing coloration. Like other cicadas, it has a life cycle involving nymphal stages underground and adult emergence, though specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented in available literature.
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 napa
Okanagana napa is a species of cicada in the family Cicadidae, first described by Davis in 1919. The species epithet "napa" refers to Napa County, California, indicating its type locality. It belongs to the genus Okanagana, a group of cicadas distributed primarily in western North America. Like other cicadas, it is presumed to have a subterranean nymphal stage and adult emergence tied to seasonal patterns.
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.