StatusEndemic
RarityCommon
Height13 cm
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"Males can change from brown to bright blue plumage in just a few days before the breeding season."
Field Guide
Splendid Fairywren
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The Splendid Fairy-wren is a small, active bird found across inland and southern Australia, easily recognised by its long, upright blue tail and vibrant breeding plumage in males. This species is a familiar sight in arid shrublands and southwestern woodlands, where it is often seen flitting through dense vegetation.
Distribution Map
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