Tboli Sunbird

A small nocturnal species of most wooded habitats including suburban areas and parks. During the day it roosts in tree cavities or dense vegetation. Note that this species comes in two color forms: rust and gray. Both morphs have prominent eyebrows and the facial discs are bordered below and behind by white. The “ears” are not always visible. Occasionally sings during the day. Song is a low tremulous trill, typically growing louder towards the middle and softer towards the end, which is sometimes followed by a low cackle. Pairs sometimes duet; female song is higher-pitched. No similar species within its range.

Reclusive and rarely seen owl of cane fields, meadows, and other areas with tall grassy cover. Tan-brown overall with black, white, and orange mottling on the wings. Flies low over grassy areas, primarily during dawn and dusk, often with long legs dangling. Heart-shaped facial disk, very similar to Barn Owl and Masked Owls. Nests in dense fields; fluffy owlets often exposed during harvesting season in agricultural areas.

Sturdy dark gray bird with stout black bill, plain in plumage but full of character. Usually in family groups that forage low and on the ground, following each other around, gliding between trees and chattering to each other constantly with scratchy, squeaky calls. Habituated to people in some camping and picnic areas. Inhabits eastern Australia; more common in drier inland areas but sometimes found in coastal areas (e.g., parts of Brisbane).