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Cucko-shrike, Ground

Coracina maxima


Widespread in arid and semi-arid zones. In this region
occasionally seen on in drier areas on western side of Clarke Range. Seen in
pairs or small groups of up to six birds. Usually first detected in flight but
commonly forages on ground.

The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al

Classifications: Bird, forest and grassland
Family: Campephagidae (Cuckoo-shrikes & Trillers)
Information sources: Photo taken at Mt Britton by Marlis Schoeb

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