Bulloak Squeaker
Atrapsalta siccana (Ewart, 1989)
© Popple Creative Industries 2014–2024
Male
Sometimes referred to as
Pauropsalta siccanus.
Species number (TNS):
407.
Fore wing length:
15–17 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Inland Queensland from
Hughenden and near Pentland
south to Goondiwindi. Adults occur
from December to February.
Notable localities:
Mt Moffatt, Miles, Glenmorgan.
Habitat:
Populations occur in woodlands
dominated by Bulloak
(Allocasuarina leuhmannii). Adults
are typically found on Bulloak or
sometimes on Black Cypress
(Callitris endlicheri).
Calling song and behaviour:
Sharp single notes, repeated
monotonously. Males usually sit on
the main trunks. Females oviposit
on the outer branches.
Similar species:
Callitris Squeaker, Clermont
Squeaker.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Female
