Black Grasswren
NameBlack Grasswren
Common NameBlack Grasswren
Scientific NameAmytornis housei
FamilyMaluridae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsPredominantly black with striking white streaking on the head, neck, and upperparts. The flanks and lower back are a rich rufous-chestnut, contrasting with the dark body. It has a relatively long, dark tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations are typically a series of high-pitched, thin, reedy whistles or trills, often delivered from within dense cover.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Kimberley region of Western Australia, specifically found in the rugged sandstone ranges and gorges.
Identifying FeaturesDark plumage with prominent white streaking, Rufous-chestnut flanks and lower back, Long tail, Secretive, ground-dwelling behavior, Found exclusively in spinifex-covered rocky habitats of the Kimberley
Description
The Black Grasswren is a shy, ground-dwelling bird endemic to the rugged sandstone country of the Kimberley region in Western Australia. It forages secretively among dense spinifex and rocky outcrops, often difficult to observe.
