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Grey Fantail

Rhipidura albiscapa

Photo by pamsai
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Description:

The grey fantail (Rhipidura albiscapa) is a small insectivorous bird found in Australia. A smallish bird very active, flying close to the ground and catching insects in flight. Sometimes put on an amazing aerobatic show, chasing an insect. Short flights and then land in a similar place, then off again.

Habitat:

Coastal wildlife corridor

Reference Links:

Grey fantail, Grey Fantail | BIRDS in BACKYARDS

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