Sandgrinder
Arenopsaltria fullo (Walker, 1850)
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Male
Species number (TNS):
012.
Fore wing length:
28–34 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Western Australia, coastally from
the Murchison River south to
Augusta. Adults occur from
October to March.
Notable localities:
Perth, Geraldton.
Habitat:
Populations occur in open heath
growing on sandy soils.
Calling song and behaviour:
A course, grating continuous call.
Adults typically sit on the
branches of small trees.
Similar species:
Eastern Sandgrinder.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat
Recording provided by A. Ewart