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Menura novaehollandiae

2 Superb Lyrebird at Cotter River, ACT

Menura novaehollandiae at Cotter River, ACT - 22 Jan 2023
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Identification history

Menura novaehollandiae 28 Jan 2023 MatthewFrawley
Menura novaehollandiae 28 Jan 2023 MattWhite2906

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One of two that were together. Another was seen (and heard) about a km away.

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Species information

  • Menura novaehollandiae Scientific name
  • Superb Lyrebird Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Rare or uncommon Native
  • Non-Invasive

Sighting information

  • 3 Abundance
  • 22 Jan 2023 04:36 PM Recorded on
  • MattWhite2906 Recorded by

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