Alice Springs Watch-winder
Heremusina udeoecetes Ewart, 2018
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Species number (TNS):
671.
Fore wing length:
11–12 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Known from Alice Springs and
surrounding areas in the
Northern Territory. Adults have
been observed during
December.
Notable localities:
Alice Springs (A. Ewart).
Habitat:
Arid grassland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A rapid, repetitive creaking call.
Adults sit on grass stems and
will take flight at the first sign of
disturbance.
Colour variation:
Green colours in specimens
often fade to yellow after death.
Similar species:
Eastern Watch-winder, Talwood
Watch-winder, Cloncurry
Watch-winder.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
