Atherton Scrubwren
Sericornis keri
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About
The Atherton Scrubwren is a Vulnerable small bird restricted to the rainforests of the Atherton Tablelands in Queensland, Australia. Weighing about 11.4g with a wingspan of 11.4cm, it forages through dense leaf litter and undergrowth for insects and invertebrates. Its restricted range makes it sensitive to habitat loss and climate change.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.4 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 11.379999999999999 g | 0.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Sericornis |
| Species | Sericornis keri |
Distribution
Atherton Scrubwren has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Acanthizidae family