Gibberbird
Ashbyia lovensis
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Meliphagidae
About
The gibberbird is a species of chat within the Meliphagidae family of passerine birds.
Fun Fact
The common name of gibberbird was given as a reflection of the gibber plains that make up the primary habitat for the species and unlike other chat species, the gibberbird is almost completely terrestrial, at ease on the ground level where it feeds, roosts and nests.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to Australia and is known to inhabit the sparsely vegetated, stony regions of gibber desert.
Diet
Feed on blowfly larvae dropped from fly-blown sheep.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance