📷: Grey butcherbird (Cracticus torquatus) by RaeWallis via Pixabay 2023 The photo shows a medium-sized bird with a striking appearance. It has a black and white head, contrasting sharply with its grey back and white collar. Its wings are grey with prominent white patches, and its beak is large and hooked. Females are similar to males but slightly smaller. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) Distribution: Endemic to Australia and widespread throughout, excepting the deserts of central Australia and the monsoon tropics of northern Australia. Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Artamidae Genus: Cracticus Species: C. torquatus CC: WJAL

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