South-western Whiner
Burbunga occidentalis (Distant, 1912)
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Male
Formerly known as
Macrotristria occidentalis
Species number (TNS):
066.
Fore wing length:
35–41 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
South-west Western Australia
from Mullewa south to Mt
Jackson and east to Dedari.
Adults are likely to occur from
November to January.
Notable localities:
Mullewa.
Habitat:
Populations occur in scrubby
heathland and dry shrubland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A strong continuous buzz. Adults
sit on the branches of trees and
shrubs.
Similar species:
Charcoal Screamer, Desert
Screamer.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat
Female