Dark Sage
Psaltoda maccallumi Moulds, 2002
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Species number (TNS):
102.
Fore wing length:
38–46 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Known principally from higher
elevations along the Mount
Carbine Tableland. Adults occur
from November to December.
Notable localities:
Mt Lewis, Mt Spurgeon.
Habitat:
Primary rainforest at elevation.
Calling song and behaviour:
A loud, rich whine preceded
and/or followed by a series of
slow purring pulses (repeated at
2–3 second intervals). Adults sit
on the upper branches of
rainforest trees.
Similar species:
Clubbed Sage.
Habitat
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Male
Female