Bird of the year 2023: six underbirds that deserve your vote
www.theguardian.com
Some of Australia’s most recognised feathered denizens have been flying under the popularity radar for far too long
  • The swift parrot is ranked 35th on the 2021 bird of the year list, disappointing bird enthusiasts.
  • The eastern koel is a controversial bird that people either love or hate, known for its loud cooing sound.
  • Emus are an important part of Australia's ecosystem, distributing seeds of native plants.
  • The black swan holds symbolic meaning and was historically seen as something unlikely, similar to a flying pig.
  • Threats to the swift parrot include habitat destruction due to logging in Tasmania and New South Wales.
  • Nath@aussie.zone
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    1 year ago

    How is a bird that is on our coat of arms underrated? It's probably our most famous bird. We probably don't vote for it because it is so famous that we assume it has enough accolades already.