Charcoal Screamer
Burbunga nanda (Burns, 1964)
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dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Formerly known as
Macrotristria nanda.
Species number (TNS):
070.
Fore wing length:
42–58 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
The Pilbara, Gascoyne and
Murchison River districts of
Western Australia from near
Newman south-west to near
Yalgoo and Paynes Find and
south-east to near Laverton.
Adults have been observed
during February and early March.
Notable localities:
Murchison River.
Habitat:
Populations occur in acacia
scrub and open woodland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A continuous, loud buzz. Adults
sit on the branches of trees and
shrubs.
Similar species:
Floury Bark Cicada, Desert
Screamer.
Male
