Tawny Frogmouth (Podargus strigoides)
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#Frogmouths are just the coolest birds. Love them.

Australia's most famous nightjar.. the Tawny Frogmouth (Podargus strigoides), sitting on a nest in a city park in Melbourne. The head on these suckers is just massive. Does anybody remember the frogmouth episode of the Flintstones? 😄 #BirdingAustralia #BirdingMelbourne #frogmouths

Tawny Frogmouth (Podargus strigoides)
There are two birds in this photo!
samsung (SM-G920I)
06/Jan/2018
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Hi Chris. These #frogmouths are SO cute! Who's ever in charge of detailing their camouflage suits is a true artist. Great photos of unusual and adorable #birds.

A mated pair of tawny Frogmouths

Tawny #Frogmouths are #Australian nocturnal #birds that are often mistaken for owls. Although common, they are very well camouflaged, and this is the first time I've seen one in the wild. These two are a breeding pair.

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🌏 Tawny frogmouth (Podargus strigoides) Tawny frogmouths are stocky, medium-sized nocturnal birds with mottled grey, white, black and rufous plumage, providing excellent camouflage as tree branches. They have wide, frog-like mouths and large yellow eyes. Found throughout Australia and Tasmania in diverse habitats, they are often mistaken for owls. During the day, they roost camouflaged on branches, remaining still. At night, they hunt insects, worms, and small vertebrates by pouncing from perches or catching them in flight. They are generally sedentary and often mate for life. When threatened, they may hiss or adopt a stiff, branch-like posture. Three subspecies are recognised. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) 📷: Photo by paislie via Pixabay https://pixabay.com/photos/tawny-frogmouth-bird-animal-7529931/ MQSB

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Tawny Frogmouths

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Tawny Frogmouth family

Even more impressive were these Tawny Frogmouths, two adults and two chicks. Massive, chunky beaks! #AustralianWildlife #frogmouths

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🌏 Tawny frogmouth (Podargus strigoides) Tawny frogmouths are stocky, nocturnal birds with a wide, flat beak and large, yellow eyes. Their mottled grey, white, black, and rufous plumage provides excellent camouflage as they perch on tree branches during the day. They are native to Australia and Tasmania and are often mistaken for owls due to their appearance and nocturnal habits. GG 2024 (Edited) Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) 📷: Photo by Pexels via Pixabay REHT

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