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Australian Brushturkey in its natural habitat
Common rarity

Australian Brushturkey

Alectura lathami

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RarityCommon
Height70 cm

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Bird Calls

1 recording of the Australian Brushturkey

Did You Know?

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"Baby brushturkeys are completely self-sufficient from the moment they hatchthey can run, feed themselves, and even fly within just a few hours of digging their way out of the mound."

Field Guide

Australian Brushturkey

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The Australian Brushturkey *(Alectura lathami)* is a native backyard bird that's equally at home in rainforests and suburban gardens along Australia's eastern coast. This large ground-dwelling bird with its bare red head and black plumage has become an iconic and sometimes controversial visitor to many Australian neighborhoods.

Distribution Map

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Curated birding spots where the Australian Brushturkey has been recorded.

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