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Plain Bush-hen

Plain Bush-hen

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The Plain Bush-hen (Amaurornis olivacea) is a medium-sized, secretive rail found in parts of Australia and New Guinea. Its olive-brown plumage provides excellent camouflage in its preferred dense, vegetated habitats, making it challenging to spot.
Where to spot
Found in northern and eastern Australia, and parts of New Guinea. Inhabits dense vegetation near water, such as swamps, wet grasslands, reedy lake edges, and moist forest undergrowth.
How to spot
This species is very shy. Look for subtle movements in dense undergrowth or listen for its distinctive calls, particularly at first light or last light. Patience is essential, as it often stays well hidden.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk, when it may cautiously emerge from cover.
Its call, often described as a series of 'coo-coo-coo' notes, is more commonly heard than the bird itself seen, often given from within dense thickets.
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