StatusEndemic
RarityFairly Common
Height28 cm
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"Silver-backed Butcherbirds are accomplished vocalists that can sing beautiful duets with their partners, creating complex harmonies together."
Field Guide
Silver-backed Butcherbird
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The Silver-backed Butcherbird (Cracticus argenteus) is a native Australian songbird with a silvery appearance. This elegant ambush hunter is found in northern Australia's riparian landscapes with its beautiful rollicking song and graceful hunting style.
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