StatusEndemic
RarityUncommon
Height27 cm
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"Chowchillas have regional variations in their calls, often aligning with natural landmarks like streams or ridges."
Field Guide
Chowchilla
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The Chowchilla *(Orthonyx spaldingii)* is a ground-dwelling bird native to the rainforests of northern Queensland, Australia. It is a member of the Orthonychidae family and is known for its chocolate-brown plumage, pale eye-ring, and unique tail feathers adapted for its foraging lifestyle.
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