A small brown songbird that skulks in reed-beds and dense vegetation near water.
Not listed
At a glance
FamilyGrassbirds and Allies
SizeSmall
RarityCommon
HabitatThese sexually monomorphic birds are found in reed beds, rushes, lignum swamps and salt marshes of Southeastern Australia.
Best timeMost reliable in Victoria from September to January.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by James Lambert
Range map
Range map
200approx hotspots
109466approx records
7states
Low confidenceMediumHigh confidence
Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
Streaked back, flanks, and breast; graduated tail often cocked upright. Usually detected by song, a clear, high-pitched, three-noted whistle.
Behavior
Larger, brightly colored Tawny Grassbird has longer tail, lacks streaks on chest.
Gallery
Regional timing
Tasmania
Victoria
New South Wales
South Australia
Western Australia
Queensland
Northern Territory
Australian Capital Territory