StatusEndemic
RarityUncommon
Height19 cm
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"Despite their long tails, these birds weigh less than two teaspoons of sugar."
Field Guide
Southern Emuwren
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The Southern Emu-wren is a tiny bird endemic to Australia, known for its exceptionally long, filamentous tail that can measure twice the length of its body. Weighing less than a teaspoon of sugar, this bird is a master of concealment, moving through dense vegetation with mouse-like agility. It inhabits coastal heathlands, tea-tree thickets, and swampy scrublands, preferring environments with dense cover.
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