Podargus strigoides
Tawny Frogmouth at Cook, ACT
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| Podargus strigoides | Liam.m | 20 Aug 2022 | |
| Unverified | ds | 20 Aug 2022 |
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Owl, would appreciate identification!
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20 Aug 2022
With their nocturnal habit and owl-like appearance, Tawny Frogmouths are often confused with owls, but are actually more closely related to the nightjars. Their feet are weak however, and lack the curved talons of owls.
Location information
- Coordinates 149.065959-35.266195
- Places Cook, ACT
Sighting information
- 1 Abundance
- 19 Aug 2022 11:57 PM Recorded on
- ds Recorded by
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Species information
- Podargus strigoides Scientific name
- Tawny Frogmouth Common name
- Not Sensitive
- Local native
- Non-invasive or negligible
- Up to 1264.77m Recorded at altitude
Seasonal activity
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Nesting site
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