StatusEndemic
RarityRare
Height18 cm
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"Unlike their eastern relatives, they rely more on gleaning from foliage due to the scarcity of loose bark in their habitat."
Field Guide
Western Shrike-tit
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The Western Shrike-tit is a robust and uncommon bird found only in the eucalyptus woodlands and forests of southwestern Western Australia. Adapted to smooth-barked forests, this species uses its powerful, hooked bill to strip bark in search of insects.
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