Struthidea cinerea
Least Concern
Commonly known as the 'Grey Jumper', the Apostlebird is an enchanting bird native to Australia. Renowned for their sociable nature and cooperative breeding, these birds are often seen in groups, chattering away in a musical cacophony. With their distinctive grey and black plumage, they are a familiar sight in woodlands, farmlands, and suburban areas across the continent.
Males and females have similar plumage
Grey
Grey
Black, White
Black, White
Brown
Black
Short
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black wings and tail with grey body
Less pronounced than adults
Long and black
Shorter than adults
29cm to 33cm
Length
43cm to 48cm
Wingspan
110g to 155g
Weight
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Apostlebird in natural habitat
Apostlebird at nest
Three Apostlebirds perching on a wire fence
Apostlebird foraging on the ground
Loud and musical
A series of whistles, chirps and chatters
Loud and sharp calls
Active during the day, foraging for food
Highly social, often seen in groups
Defends their territories and nests
Non-migratory
Generally peaceful, but can be aggressive during breeding season
Seeds, Insects, Fruits
Forages on the ground
Throughout the day
Picking from the ground
Diet varies with season and location
None known
Trees or shrubs
Mud bowl lined with grass
August to February
Up to two
Pale bluish white with dark spots
3cm x 2cm
3-5 eggs
19-20 days
Approximately 3 weeks
Both parents and helpers from the group care for chicks, females mainly incubate
Australia
Woodlands, farmlands and suburban areas
Sea level to 1000m
Non-migratory
Forest, Grassland, Savanna
Warm Temperate, Subtropical
Please note, this range and distribution map is a high-level overview, and doesn't break down into specific regions and areas of the countries.
Resident or Present
5
25
10 year(s)
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Cooperative breeding with group members helping to raise chicks
Few known
Least Concern (IUCN Red List)
Habitat loss due to land clearing
Protected in many areas
Population is currently stable
Other names:
Grey Jumper, Lousy Jack
Family:
ArtamidaePopulation size:
Unknown
Population trend:
Stable
Conservation status:
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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