Semi-arid Rattler
Illyria australensis (Kirkaldy, 1910)
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Species number (TNS):
039.
Fore wing length:
20–23 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
The northern coast of Western
Australia between Cygnet Bay
and near Port Hedland east to
near the Ranken River and Daly
Waters in the Northern Territory.
Adults occur from December to
February.
Notable localities:
(Near) Broome (Simon lab).
Habitat:
Open woodland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A metallic buzzing call. Adults sit
on the main trunks and branches
of small trees.
Similar species:
Litchfield Rattler, Drysdale
Rattler.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent