About the Rufous Scrubbird
The rufous scrubbird is a species of bird in the family Atrichornithidae. It is endemic to eastern Australia.
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Both sexes are brown with a rufous breast and a lightly barred back. The male has a long white streak on both sides on his neck and noticeable white edging on his throat. The female has a lighter breast and lacks the white edging. They are known for loud vocalisations and at times can produce extensive repertoire of mimicry.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in November · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
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