New Forest cicada  (Cicadetta montana)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

This species is widely distributed geographically, being predominantly northern and Asiatic, but also found in the mountainous regions of southern Europe. In the UK, it is only known in recent times from the New Forest, Hampshire, with a few records from Surrey between 1864 and 1936.

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

The New Forest cicada is found in the habitat that lies between open grass or heathland and scrubby woodland. They require open sunny woodland rides and clearings bordered by scrub, or along woodland edges. These clearings need to be of sufficient size to remain open to full sunlight, whilst retaining a warm microclimate. South-facing, well drained slopes are ideal.

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