Pomponia merula, cicada
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Pomponia merula, cicada
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Arthropod Arthropoda Auchenorrhyncha Auchenorrhynchan Cicada Free Living Hemipteran Hemiptera Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Cicadidae Invertebrata Pomponia
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1. Title: Pomponia Merula, the Six-O'Clock Cicada: A Natural Wonder of the Insect World 2. Description: This photograph showcases the striking features of Pomponia merula, also known as the Six-O'Clock Cicada. Belonging to the order Hemiptera and the family Cicadidae, this free-living hemipteran is an intriguing member of the Auchenorrhyncha suborder within the insect class Insecta. The Pomponia merula is a hexapod invertebrate, meaning it has six legs, and is characterized by its large, vibrant, and intricately patterned exoskeleton. This cicada species is renowned for its unique life cycle, which includes a prolonged period of development as a nymph underground, followed by a brief emergence as an adult to mate and lay eggs. The name "Six-O'Clock Cicada" comes from the fact that these insects typically emerge from their underground burrows during the late afternoon, around six o'clock, making their presence a much-anticipated event in various ecosystems. The photograph captures the essence of this fascinating creature, with its expressive eyes and intricate wing patterns. As a member of the Cicadettinae subfamily, Pomponia merula is an essential component of its ecosystem, contributing to the food chain as both a prey item for various predators and a pollinator for plants. This photograph serves as a reminder of the beauty and importance of the natural world and the intricate relationships between its various inhabitants. 3. Keywords: Pomponia merula, Six-O'Clock Cicada, cicada, insect, arthropod, arthropoda, insecta, hemiptera, insects, cicadidae, auchenorrhyncha, hexapod, invertebrata, auchenorrhynchan, free living hemipteran, cicadettinae.
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