For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Orange-wing (Platypleura haglundi)

Family Cicadidae
Thanks to Martin for the identification and info. It is greatly appreciated.
 It is of medium size and found in the northern and north-eastern regions of SA. They are associated with Acacia trees, Sicklebush (Dichrostachys cinera) and Flamboyant (Delonix regia).