Perth Buzzer
Parnquila unicolor (Ashton, 1921)
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Formerly known as
Arenopsaltria unicolor.
Species number (TNS):
015.
Fore wing length:
20–29 mm.
Distribution and seasonality:
Restricted to the Greater Perth
region in south-west Western
Australia.
Notable localities:
Maida Vale (D. Emery).
Habitat:
Low open forest with heath
elements.
Calling song and behaviour:
A strong buzzing call. Adults sit
on the stems and in the foliage of
low vegetation.
Similar species:
None; a distinctive species.
dr-pop.net database record
Currently known extent
Male
Habitat
