Acanthiza (Acanthiza) apicalis
Inland Thornbill
©David Cook: Inland Thornbill (Acanthiza (Acanthiza) apicalis), Mutawintji National Park, NSW, Australia
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Acanthizidae
Genus
Acanthiza
Species
Acanthiza (Acanthiza) apicalis
Status
least concern
Colours
Distinguishing features
Its forehead is a grey-brown with white crescents. The crown and back are olive-brown. It has a distinctive red-brown rump. Its underparts are very pale, with black streaking on the neck and chest. Its iris is red.
Size
- Up to 10 cm (Length of specimen)
Wingspan
- Wingspan data is not yet available.
Synonyms
Distribution
©Atlas of Living Australia: Australian distribution: Inland Thornbill (Acanthiza (Acanthiza) apicalis)
Distribution and habitat preferences
It is found in most forested areas but is reliant on dense undergrowth. It is typically found in the lower vegetation layer.
