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Tawny Frogmouth
Photo: Courtesy of Damon Ramsey
BSc.(Zool) Biologist Guide
TAWNY FROGMOUTH:
Podargus strigoides
Identifying characteristics:
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Additional Information:
Courtesy of
Damon Ramsey
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A remarkable looking bird that is
brownish-grey with a large orange eye.
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While the Papuan is more common in the tropical
rainforest of the lowlands, the Tawny is found in tropical rainforest in the
higher altitude rainforest, such as around the Atherton Tablelands.
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It also
extends into drier habitats over most of Australia.
Script: Courtesy of Damon Ramsey BSc.(Zool) Biologist Guide
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