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2000

Overview

Small body with a wide wing span, the upper parts are covered in fawn and grey feathers while the underside of the wings, body and legs have a covering of white feathers.

It has a hooked beak and eyes either side of the head. The legs are tipped by the talons and the stuffed bird is mounted on branch base.

Historical information

The animal died in November 1999 when it broke its neck on a shed wall. Treated by a taxidermist for display purposes.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-33-AK2000.27

Year

Statement of significance

An example of the fauna found in the City of Armadale area and surrounding government areas. This specimen allows visitors to examine it up close.

Last modified

Thursday, 2 July, 2026

Completeness

83

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