Tropical Ambertail
Yoyetta tristrigata (Goding and Froggatt, 1904)
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Male
Previously referred to as
Cicadetta tristrigata.
Species number (TNS):
479.
Fore wing length:
20–26 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Tropical Queensland from
Julatten south to near
Rockhampton. Adults are
present from October to April.
Notable localities:
Mount Molloy, Cathu State
Forest (J. Moss), Marlborough.
Habitat:
Lush open forest, as well as
adjoining parkland and gardens.
Calling song and behaviour:
Repeated phrases, each
comprising four individuals ticks.
Males produce the song whilst
stationary and often in flight.
Adults sit on the main trunks
and upper branches of
eucalypts.
Similar species:
Bright Treetop Ticker, River
Ambertail.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Habitat
Female
