I have no idea

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Araminta
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I have no idea

I saw this bird in a tree in town (Berwick Vic). Does anyone know what it is?

Thanks M-L

Andy
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Hi, I think it might be a Little Wattlebird / Brush Wattlebird; I think there's still some ambiguity regarding whether they are two distinct species, or subspecies.

The chestnut patch in the wing is a feature of the Little Wattlebird.

Araminta
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Hi Andy, have you noticed how the tail feathers have a white tip? Wattlebirds have that, but don't they have them on all the tips? The long beak sure looks like a whattlebird. You are prob right. (as most of the time!) M-L

M-L

Andy
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Hey ML, perhaps the middle tail feathers have been worn down? I'm pretty sure that it is a Wattlebird. Actually, I'm certain, but I never like to say that :-)

Such a lovely clear photo; great clarity of the white markings on the back.

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ML
Little Wattlebird

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