Mount Surprise Grass-zipper
Paradina sp (cf. leichardti)
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Male
Species number (TNS):
334.
Fore wing length:
11–13 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Known from the Mount Surprise
district and west of Petford in
north Queensland. Adults have
been observed from January to
March.
Notable localities:
Mount Surprise (A. Ewart).
Habitat:
Open grassland and grassy
woodland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A high-frequency chirp produced
approximately every 10
seconds. Males sing during
sunny conditions. Adults sit on
grass stems.
Similar species:
Black Grass-zipper.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Recording provided by A. Ewart