Marbled Frogmouth
Marbled Frogmouth
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The Marbled Frogmouth is a medium-sized, nocturnal bird known for its exquisite cryptic plumage, which allows it to blend perfectly with lichen-covered tree trunks. Like other frogmouths, it has a wide, frog-like mouth for catching insects.
Where to spot
Found in tropical and subtropical rainforests and dense woodlands across parts of eastern Australia and New Guinea.
How to spot
Observation requires patience and keen eyes. During the day, meticulously scan branches for its unique shape and plumage. At night, listen for its soft hooting calls, often a repeated 'oom-oom-oom' or similar low notes. A spotlight may reveal eye shine.
When to spot
Active at night, particularly after sunset, when it hunts insects. During the day, it roosts solitarily or in pairs on branches, relying entirely on its camouflage.
Where to spot
Found in tropical and subtropical rainforests and dense woodlands across parts of eastern Australia and New Guinea.
How to spot
Observation requires patience and keen eyes. During the day, meticulously scan branches for its unique shape and plumage. At night, listen for its soft hooting calls, often a repeated 'oom-oom-oom' or similar low notes. A spotlight may reveal eye shine.
When to spot
Active at night, particularly after sunset, when it hunts insects. During the day, it roosts solitarily or in pairs on branches, relying entirely on its camouflage.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its 'marbled' plumage is so effective that it can be incredibly difficult to spot even when you know it's there, making it one of the most challenging frogmouths to find.
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