Tasmanian Scrubwren
Sericornis humilis
EndemicStatus
CommonRarity
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Species Description
The Tasmanian Scrubwren is a small bird native exclusively to Tasmania and nearby islands such as King Island. It inhabits dense undergrowth in a variety of forest types including temperate rainforests, wet and dry sclerophyll forests, coastal shrublands, and paperbark swamps. This species is an important part of Tasmania’s unique wildlife, adapted to life in thick vegetation.
Fun Facts
Tasmanian Scrubwrens occupy a wide range of altitudes, from sea level up to subalpine zones.
1. Dark olive-brown upperparts with russet on back and rump, and dull cream underparts with grey streaking.
2. Subtle facial markings including a faint white eyebrow and a black shoulder patch with white edges.
3. Pale yellow to orange-buff eyes and a generally muted overall appearance compared to mainland scrubwrens.
Tasmanian Scrubwrens are found throughout Tasmania and on some nearby islands like King Island. They prefer habitats with dense, moist undergrowth such as temperate rainforests, wet and dry forests, coastal shrublands, and paperbark swamps. They are most active at dawn and early morning, often foraging near the ground in leaf litter and low shrubs. Their preference for thick vegetation makes them easier to hear than see, with a characteristic high-pitched, chirpy call.
Physical Attributes
Height
13 cm
Size Relative to Other Birds12%
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