Western Screamer
Burbunga aterrima Distant, 1904
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dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Formerly known as
Macrotristria aterrima.
Species number (TNS):
035.
Fore wing length:
31–42 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Western Australia, from near
Karratha south along the coast to
near Shark Bay and through the
inland south to near Yalgoo and
near Lake Austin. Adults have
been observed during February.
Notable localities:
Roeburn.
Habitat:
Populations occur in scrubland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A strong buzzing call. Adults sit
on the branches of small trees
and shrubs where they remain
fairly sedentary.
Similar species:
Desert Screamer, Floury Bark
CIcada.