Ticking Tiger
Kobonga sp. (cf. apicata)
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Species number (TNS):
196.
Fore wing length:
24–30 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Inland areas of Queensland from
near Capella south to Southwood
National Park and south-east to
near Boonah. Adults occur from
November to February.
Notable localities:
Ceratodus, Glamorgan Vale.
Habitat:
Acacia scrubland; appears to
have an almost exclusive
association with Brigalow (Acacia
harpophylla).
Calling song and behaviour:
Rapid ticking which culminates
into a series of three short buzzes
before being repeated. Adults sit
on the upper branches of
Brigalow and other small trees.
Similar species:
Kettledrum Cicada.
Habitat
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Female
