Green Fizzer
Jassopsaltria rufifacies Ashton, 1914
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Species number (TNS):
045.
Fore wing length:
14–17 mm.
Notable Localties:
Cataby Roadhouse, Wongan
Hills (both Simon lab), Star
Swamp (D. Pike).
Distribution and seasonality:
Western Australia from near
Guilderton north to near Kalbarri
and east to Cue. Adults have
been observed from December
to February.
Habitat:
Heathland.
Calling song and behaviour:
A continuous, whistle-like,
buzzing call. Adults sit on the
branches of shrubs including
Acacia, Baekea and Dryandra
where they remain fairly
sedentary.
Similar species:
Spinifex Fizzer.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat
Male
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