StatusEndemic
RarityRare
Height22 cm
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"Despite having wings, Eastern Bristlebirds prefer running to flying and can dash along tracks for more than 15 meters without taking flight."
Field Guide
Eastern Bristlebird
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The Eastern Bristlebird *(Dasyornis brachypterus)* is a shy, ground-dwelling songbird found only in eastern Australia. This elusive bird is best known for its secretive habits and rich, melodic calls that echo through dense coastal heathlands and grassy forests.
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