White-throated Grasswren (Amytornis woodwardi)
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White-throated Grasswren

Amytornis woodwardi Hartert, EJO, 1905

35 gWeight

The white-throated grasswren (Amytornis woodwardi), also known as Yirlinkirrkirr in the local language, is a species of bird in the family Maluridae.

Endangered

Where and when it's recorded

No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.

About

The white-throated grasswren (Amytornis woodwardi), also known as Yirlinkirrkirr in the local language, is a species of bird in the family Maluridae. It is endemic to northern Australia, found only in West Arnhem Land, in the Northern Territory (NT).

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Questions

How big is the White-throated Grasswren?

The White-throated Grasswren weighs around 35 g.

Where does the White-throated Grasswren live?

Its breeding range: Australasia: far north-central Northern Territory (far north-central Australia).

Is the White-throated Grasswren endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the White-throated Grasswren as Endangered.

What does the White-throated Grasswren eat?

Main food: Omnivore.

What family is the White-throated Grasswren in?

It belongs to the family Australasian Wrens (Maluridae), order Passerines (Passeriformes).

At a glance

Weight
35 g
Habitat
Rocky terrain
Diet
Omnivore
Lifestyle
Active on the ground
Migration
Resident (barely migrates)
Conservation
Endangered
More measurements
Wing
74 mm
Tail
103 mm
Bill
19 mm
Tarsus
28 mm

Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.

Range

Australasia: far north-central Northern Territory (far north-central Australia)

Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2

Classification

Order
Passerines Passeriformes
Family
Australasian Wrens Maluridae
Genus
Amytornis

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White-throated Grasswren

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