Surat Scrub-buzzer
Platypsalta sp. (cf.dubia)
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Male
Species number (TNS):
266.
Fore wing length:
12–14 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Southern inland Queensland,
from Roma south to St George.
Adults are present from October
to January.
Notable localities:
Surat.
Habitat:
Populations occur in arid
shrublands, often on floodplains
in association with Weeping
Myall (Acacia pendula).
Calling song and behaviour:
A distinctive clicking call that
includes sections of wing-
snapping. Singing occurs in
bright sunshine. Adults sit on the
stems of small trees and shrubs.
Similar species:
Black Scrub-buzzer.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Female
