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Commonly, there are four subspecies recognized that differ primarily in the presence or absence of a small crest and in the colour of the nape: [2]. White-naped pheasant pigeon (O. n. aruensis) – Rothschild, 1928: Found on the Aru Islands, Vulnerable [3]
As the bird reached the shore, the rest of its brown-black body became visible. The cassowary appears to look at the camera several times, video footage shows. Its head has a mohawk-like helmet ...
This is a list of the wild birds found in Australia including its outlying islands and territories, but excluding the Australian Antarctic Territory.The outlying islands covered include: Christmas, Cocos (Keeling), Ashmore, Torres Strait, Coral Sea, Lord Howe, Norfolk, Macquarie and Heard/McDonald.
The Australian owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) is a nocturnal bird found in open woodland across Australia and in southern New Guinea. It is colloquially known as the moth owl. It is the most common nocturnal bird in Australia, and despite suffering from predation and competition by introduced species it is not considered threatened. [1]
Texas officials confirmed Wednesday that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI or bird flu) has been detected in Austin-Travis County after tests were performed on dead birds discovered in North ...
An exhibition showcasing impactful and stunning images of birds taken from around the globe in 2024 is set to open. Oxfordshire Museum, in Woodstock, is hosting the Bird Photographer of the Year ...
Australian Aboriginals generally refer to this bird as the bush turkey. It is an important food source for Aboriginal people from Central Australia, and is still being killed and eaten today despite its protected status. The white feathers of the bird are used for ceremonial purposes. There are important Dreaming stories associated with the ...
Here is a list with photos of some uncommon birds that have been spotted. Several infrequent flyers have been seen in western New York area over the last few months, including anhingas, known as a ...