Crimson Fairy
Gymnotympana rufa Ashton, 1914
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Male
Previously referred to as Baeturia
rufa.
Species number (TNS):
552.
Fore wing length:
17–22 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Known only from Cape York, north
Queensland, where it is restricted to Iron
Range, the Wenlock River and
McIllwraith Range. Adults occur from
December to June.
Notable localities:
Claudie River (M. S. Moulds).
Habitat:
Tropical rainforest.
Calling song and behaviour:
Song unknown. Adults sit in the
upperfoliage of rainforest vegetation.
Similar species:
Red Belly, Green Fairy.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
