Floury Bark Cicada
Burbunga nigrosignata (Distant, 1904)
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dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Formerly known as
Macrotristria nigrosignata.
Species number (TNS):
033.
Fore wing length:
42–58 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
The Pilbara coast of Western
Australia west to the Exmouth
district and extending inland
towards the centre of the state.
Adults have been observed
during February.
Notable localities:
Exmouth, Kumarina.
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:
Desert Screamer.
Male
