Rufous Whistler

(Pachycephala rufiventris) “The rufous whistler is a species of whistler found in New Caledonia and Australia. Predominantly a reddish-brown and grey bird, it makes up for its subdued plumage with its song-making ability. Like many other members of the Pachycephalidae, it has a variety of musical calls.” – Wikipedia Back…

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Eastern Spinebill

(Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) “The eastern spinebill is a species of honeyeater found in south-eastern Australia in forest and woodland areas, as well as gardens in urban areas of Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne. It is around 15 cm long, and has a distinctive black, white and chestnut plumage, a red eye, and…

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Sparrow

(Passeridae) “Old world sparrows are a family of small passerine birds. They are also known as true sparrows, names also used for a particular genus of the family, Passer.” – Wikipedia Back to Birds of South Gippsland

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