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Bird Calls
4 recordings of the Purple-backed Fairywren
Did You Know?
2 Facts1
"There are four recognised subspecies with notable differences in female plumage between northern and southern populations."
Field Guide
Purple-backed Fairywren
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The Purple-backed Fairy-wren is a captivating small, active bird found across much of inland Australia. Known for its long blue tail, which is often held upright, this species is commonly seen moving through dense, shrubby vegetation in arid and semi-arid regions.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Purple-backed Fairywren has been recorded.
- Daly waters🔥 ActiveNorthern Territory · 8 species · seen 26 days ago
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden🔥 ActiveWestern Australia · 1 species · seen 6 days ago
- Newey Reserve & Cobar Wastewater Treatment Plant🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 10 species · seen 8 days ago
- Australian Arid Lands Botanic GardenSouth Australia · 11 species · seen 68 days ago
- Australian Inland Botanic GardensNew South Wales
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