StatusEndemic
RarityFairly Common
Height11 cm
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"The Varied Sittella’s extraordinary geographic variation has long fascinated ornithologists, with its five subspecies once considered separate species. classic example of a “ring species,” showing gradual changes in appearance around the continent."
Field Guide
Varied Sittella
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The Varied Sittella is a small, energetic woodland bird native to mainland Australia, instantly recognisable by its bright yellow eye-ring and acrobatic foraging style. This species is notable for its remarkable geographic variation, with five distinct subspecies showing a range of head and wing patterns across the continent. The Varied Sittella is a bark specialist, thriving in eucalypt forests and woodlands.
Distribution Map
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