Rufous-tailed Bush-hen
Rufous-tailed Bush-hen
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The Rufous-tailed Bush-hen (Amaurornis moluccana) is a shy and secretive rail found in New Guinea and parts of eastern Indonesia. It is typically olive-brown with a rufous undertail, inhabiting dense vegetation in various moist environments.
Where to spot
Found in New Guinea and surrounding islands, including the Moluccas, Kai Islands, and Bismarck Archipelago. Inhabits dense undergrowth in swamps, wet grasslands, forest edges, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for movements in thick vegetation near water. It is often well camouflaged by its plumage. Listening for its soft calls or rustling in the leaves may reveal its presence, but direct sightings are often brief.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk, though it can be observed foraging quietly during the day.
Where to spot
Found in New Guinea and surrounding islands, including the Moluccas, Kai Islands, and Bismarck Archipelago. Inhabits dense undergrowth in swamps, wet grasslands, forest edges, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for movements in thick vegetation near water. It is often well camouflaged by its plumage. Listening for its soft calls or rustling in the leaves may reveal its presence, but direct sightings are often brief.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk, though it can be observed foraging quietly during the day.
Despite its wide distribution across New Guinea, this bush-hen often goes undetected due to its preference for dense cover and its quiet, unobtrusive movements.
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