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Apostlebird
Struthidea cinerea
-33.9806, 148.012
Field Notes
Description:
About a foot long, these birds had a dusty grey body, black tail and a strong black bill. Wing feathers were brown.
Habitat:
Spotted in flocks of about 10 to 12 at a camp site - dry open forest. these birds are found in the eastern part of Australia.
Notes:
Endearing little birds -they were a delight to watch !. They are often seen in association with White-winged Choughs, which was the case in the camp site. <br>
They chattered constantly and were not perturbed by our presence, walking around the camp site looking for food. They have a varied diet of seeds, insects and small invertebrates. <br> Also known as Grey Jumpers <br>
Family: Corcoracidae
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 31, 2017
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