StatusNative
RarityFairly Common
Height16 cm
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"Arafura Fantails are known for their boldness and may approach people closely, especially if insects are being disturbed nearby."
Field Guide
Australian Rufous Fantail
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The Arafura Fantail is a small, energetic songbird found in northern Australia and nearby regions. Known for its lively behaviour and constant movement, this bird is a familiar sight in dense, wet habitats such as mangroves and forest edges.
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