Rufous Treecreeper in its natural habitat
Fairly Common rarity

Rufous Treecreeper

Climacteris rufus

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StatusEndemic
RarityFairly Common
Height16 cm
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"Rufous tree creepers breed cooperatively, with up to six helpers for each nest."

Field Guide

Rufous Treecreeper

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The Rufous Treecreeper is a unique bark-climbing bird found only in southwestern and southern Australia. Instantly recognisable among Australian treecreepers, it features a warm rufous face and underparts, with a robust build and agile climbing behaviour seen eucalypt woodlands and forests.

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