Maoricicada otagoensis facts for kids
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The Maoricicada otagoensis is a special type of cicada. It is only found in New Zealand, meaning it is endemic to that country. Two scientists, John S. Dugdale and Charles Fleming, first described this insect in 1978.
Discovering the Maoricicada Cicada
This unique cicada was officially named and described in 1978. It was given its scientific name by John S. Dugdale and Charles Fleming. These researchers helped us learn more about this interesting insect.
Different Kinds of Maoricicada Otagoensis
There are two slightly different types, or subspecies, of the Maoricicada otagoensis cicada. Both were identified by Dugdale and Fleming in 1978.
- Maoricicada otagoensis maceweni: This one is also known as the Southern speargrass cicada.
- Maoricicada otagoensis otagoensis: This type is called the Otago speargrass cicada.
These names help scientists tell the two groups apart. They might live in slightly different areas or have small differences in their looks.
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