RarityFairly Common
Height16 cm
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"Arafura Fantails are known for their boldness and may approach people closely, especially if insects are being disturbed nearby."
Field Guide
Australian Rufous Fantail
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The Arafura Fantail is a small, energetic songbird found in northern Australia and nearby regions. Known for its lively behaviour and constant movement, this bird is a familiar sight in dense, wet habitats such as mangroves and forest edges.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Australian Rufous Fantail has been recorded.
- Australian National Botanic GardensKey spot🔥 ActiveAustralian Capital Territory · 32 species · 53 sightings · seen 24 days ago
- Awabakal Nature ReserveKey spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 22 species · 23 sightings · seen 28 days ago
- Barren Grounds Picnic AreaKey spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 1 species · seen 13 days ago
- Honeysuckle Creek Tracking StationKey spot🔥 ActiveAustralian Capital Territory · 12 species · 13 sightings · seen 2 days ago
- Lysterfield ParkKey spot🔥 ActiveVictoria · 14 species · seen 16 days ago
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