Mareeba Bark Cicada
Burbunga mouldsi Olive, 2012
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Male
Species number (TNS):
023.
Fore wing length:
18–24 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Dryer parts of the Wet Tropics of
north-eastern Queensland from
Mount Carbine south to near
Walkamin and Dimbulah. Adults
occur from late September to
January.
Notable localities:
Mount Carbine, Mareeba.
Habitat:
Populations occur in grassy
woodland. Adults occur on small
shrubs and in grass.
Calling song and behaviour:
A relatively high-pitched
continuous buzz. Males tend to
remain fairly sedentary. They will
stop calling when disturbed.
Similar species:
Queensland Bark Cicada.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat