Australasian Figbird in its natural habitat
Common rarity

Australasian Figbird

Sphecotheres vieilloti

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StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height28 cm
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"Figbirds are capable mimics, sometimes copying the calls of other birds, including parrots and orioles."

Field Guide

Australasian Figbird

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General Overview:The Australasian Figbird is a medium-sized, highly social bird found along the eastern and northern coasts of Australia, as well as in southern New Guinea and the Kai Islands. It is commonly seen in groups around fruiting trees, especially figs, and is well adapted to both natural forests and urban environments

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