Two-Spotted Tree Cricket - Neoxabea bipunctata
Two-spotted male tree crickets chew holes into leaves, over which they place their wings while singing
to attract mates. The wings become a drum membrane and greatly amplify the sound.  [1]
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Two-Spotted Tree Cricket
This little gal was trying to be inconspicuous

Two-Spotted Tree Cricket
Fifth instar female nymph, about 15mm

HERE is a great account of the male cricket's singing ability, with pictures of the musical instrument he creates to help attract mates.

Two-Spotted Tree Cricket
 

References
  1. Cotinis, Robin McLeod, Wisconsin Oecanthinancy, Bugguide.net, "Neoxabea bipunctata - two-spotted tree cricket"

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