Eastern Bristlebird
Dasyornis brachypterus
VulnerableAves · Passeriformes · Dasyornithidae
About
The eastern bristlebird is a species of bird in the bristlebird family, Dasyornithidae. It is endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, temperate shrubland, and temperate grassland. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Fun Fact
By breeding the birds selectively, the conservationists aim to improve resistance to disease, increase genetic diversity and raise the fertility rate, especially in the smallest population in northern NSW.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in small, localised populations, and prefer to build their nests on the ground in areas of dense, clumped grasses.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change