Small Rusty Bullet
Tryella castanea (Distant, 1905)
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Previously referred to as
Abricta castanea.
Species number (TNS):
531.
Fore wing length:
17–22 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
The Kimberley region of
Western Australia east through
the adjacent northern half of the
Northern Territory to Burketown
in Queensland. Adults occur
from October to April.
Notable localities:
Kununurra, Victoria River,
Adelaide River, Tennant Creek,
Borroloola.
Habitat:
Open woodland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A wavering hiss. Adults sit on
the stems of trees and shrubs.
Similar species:
Small Maroon Bullet, Large
Rusty Bullet (species complex).
Male
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat