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About Southern Emu-wren
Primarily ground-dwelling species, rarely flyingMales perform courtship display with their elongated tail-feathersNests in dense vegetation for protection against predators
Size
14 - 22 cm
Weight
6 - 9 g
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Insects, Seeds, Small fruits
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat destruction
- Predation by introduced species
Additional Notes
Population trend appears to be stable despite ongoing threats
Distribution
Australia
Australia • Australia
Primarily found in South Australia and Western Australia