Beautiful Firetail

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The Beautiful Firetail is an exquisite Australian finch, characterized by its bright red bill and rump, and a finely barred underparts pattern. It prefers coastal heath and forest edges.

Where to spot

Endemic to southeastern Australia and Tasmania, found in heathland, coastal scrub, and forest margins, often near water.

How to spot

Look for it foraging on the ground in dense vegetation. Its red bill and rump are key features. Listen for its soft, mournful calls, which often betray its presence.

When to spot

Can be observed year-round. Breeding occurs mainly from September to January (Southern Hemisphere).

Where to spot

Endemic to southeastern Australia and Tasmania, found in heathland, coastal scrub, and forest margins, often near water.

How to spot

Look for it foraging on the ground in dense vegetation. Its red bill and rump are key features. Listen for its soft, mournful calls, which often betray its presence.