Gold Silver Heath-buzzer
Pericallea katherina Moulds, Marshall and Hutchinson, 2022
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Male (yellow form)
Species number (TNS):
832.
Fore wing length:
18–26 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Western Australia, from near
Sandstone south-east to near
Norseman west to near Beacon.
Adults have been observed from
late January through to late
February.
Notable localities:
Menzies district.
Habitat:
Populations are typically found in
scrubland and shrubland on the
margin of the arid zone. Adults
occur on small trees and shrubs.
Calling song and behaviour:
High-pitched, with a long buzz
followed by a chirping sequence.
Only astute listeners with good
hearing will be capable of
detecting this species. Adults sit
on the stems of shrubs and trees,
sometimes in large numbers.
Similar species:
Green Silver Heath-buzzer.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Female (yellow form)
Habitat
Male (green form)
Male (yellow form)
