RarityFairly Common
Height12 cm
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"During courtship, the male carries a piece of green grass and performs a bobbing dance to attract a mate."
Field Guide
Diamond Firetail
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The Diamond Firetail is a native Australian finch found across southeastern Australia, known for its compact build and bold colour patterns. This species is often seen in small groups or flocks in grassy woodlands and farmlands, where it forages on the ground for seeds.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Diamond Firetail has been recorded.
- Birdwatching Site 10 (Capertee)Key spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 5 species · 6 sightings · seen 11 days ago
- Capertee CampgroundKey spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 3 species · seen 12 days ago
- Monarto Woodlands along Browns RoadKey spot🔥 ActiveSouth Australia · 25 species · 38 sightings · seen 24 days ago
- The Pinnacle Nature ReserveKey spot🔥 ActiveAustralian Capital Territory · 2 species · seen 11 days ago
- Warrumbungles Mountain MotelKey spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 7 species · seen 16 days ago
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