Duke
Physeema convergens (Walker, 1850)
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Male
Previously referred to as
Cicadetta convergens.
Species number (TNS):
179.
Fore wing length:
30–36 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
South-west Western Australia
from Guilderton east to Mount
Ragged and Balladonia. Adults
are present from November to
February.
Notable localities:
Perth, Katanning, Waroona,
Cape Riche.
Habitat:
Open forest, woodland and
heath.
Calling song and behaviour:
A fast, loud, clicking call. Calling
males are highly mobile. Adults
rest on the trunks, branches and
stems of trees and shrubs.
Similar species:
None, a distinctive species in the
genus Physeema.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
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