Callitris Clicker
Kobonga sp. (cf. apicata)
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Species number (TNS):
169.
Fore wing length:
25–30 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
From Duaringa south-east to near
Millmerran in Queensland, further
south to near Wyalong in central
New South Wales and west to
Parachilna in South Australia.
Adults occur from October to
February.
Notable localities:
Miles, Charleville (A. Ewart),
Euabalong West.
Habitat:
Semi-arid woodlands and
scrublands, particularly those
dominated by Callitris sp. or
Mulga (Acacia aneura).
Calling song and behaviour:
Double-clicks or triple clicks
emitted irregularly throughout
most of the day and more
regularly at dusk. When many
males are present, a series of
alternating single and double
clicks may be produced,
especially in the hottest part of
the day and at dusk. The clicks
are often punctuated by soft
ticking. Adults sit principally on
the main trunks of trees and
sometimes shrubs.
Similar species:
Western Clicker.
Habitat
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Male
