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Myopsalta sp.
Approx. 5cm long. Found along the Yarra River
Riparian Forest.
Spotted on Feb 3, 2015
Submitted on Feb 3, 2015
6 Comments
That looks pretty safe.
Very similar indeed, tentatively Myopsalta sp. for then
They're incredibly tough to ID. I think sound is the better hope. I suggested the Dark Smoky Buzzer because it is only in that small area. The Smoky Buzzer (f) has good similarity and might be in the area also. http://dr-pop.net/waterhousei-299.htm
Can't find a pic. of the Dark Smoky Buzzer, could be genus Pauropsalta or Cicadetta (syn. Myopsalta).
My wild guess is female Dark Smoky Buzzer - Myopsalta lactea - http://dr-pop.net/lactea-673.htm
Is it a cicada?