Birdwatching in Australia

Birds in Australia

Featured birds found in Australia

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Bustards

Australian Bustard

Nicknamed the 'bush turkey' by Aboriginals, the Australian Bustard is a large member of the Bustard family (Otididae). They are also monotypic and can be found across all states in Australia.

Owls

Barn Owl

Heart-shaped face and dark eyes belie a silent killer.

Sandpipers, snipes and phalaropes

Bar-tailed Godwit

A large wading bird, notorious for the boldness of breeding individuals.

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