Brigalow Tiger
Kobonga sp. (cf. apicata)
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Species number (TNS):
193.
Fore wing length:
23–29 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
From near Moura south-east to
near Millmerran in Queensland
and extending south through
semi-arid central and southern
southern New South Wales, west
to Mildura and the Wyperfield
district in north-west Victoria.
Adults occur from November to
February.
Notable localities:
Lake Broadwater, Goolgowi.
Habitat:
Semi-arid scrublands and
shrublands, including Brigalow
(Acacia harpophylla) dominated
vegetation.
Calling song and behaviour:
A series of repeated, sharp,
metallic "twangs". Males call at
sporadic intervals throughout the
day. Adults sit on the inner
branches of Brigalow (Acacia
harpophylla), as well as other
trees and large shrubs.
Similar species:
Western Tiger.
Habitat
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Male
Female
