Pied Butcherbird

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The Black-throated Butcherbird is a large, striking songbird with glossy black upperparts and throat, contrasting white underparts, and a robust, hooked bill. It is known for its beautiful, far-carrying song.

Where to spot

Widespread across northern and eastern Australia and southern New Guinea. Found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, dry forests, and mangroves.

How to spot

Listen for its rich, complex, and melodious song, often performed in duets. Look for them perched conspicuously on high branches. Their glossy black 'bib' and white body are key identifiers.

When to spot

Resident year-round. Highly vocal, especially at dawn and dusk, and during the breeding season (spring/summer).

Where to spot

Widespread across northern and eastern Australia and southern New Guinea. Found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, dry forests, and mangroves.

How to spot

Listen for its rich, complex, and melodious song, often performed in duets. Look for them perched conspicuously on high branches. Their glossy black 'bib' and white body are key identifiers.

When to spot

Resident year-round. Highly vocal, especially at dawn and dusk, and during the breeding season (spring/summer).

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This species often utilizes a 'larder' or 'butcher's block' where it stores impaled prey, demonstrating its unique predatory behavior and intelligence.

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