Rufous Bristlebird
Dasyornis broadbenti
LCLeast Concern Endemic to Australia
- Family
- Bristlebirds (Dasyornithidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The rufous bristlebird (Dasyornis broadbenti) is one of three extant species of bristlebirds. It is endemic to Australia and three subspecies have been described, from coastal south-western Western Australia, south-eastern South Australia and south-western Victoria. Its natural habitat is coastal shrublands and heathlands. It is threatened by habitat destruction.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Rufous bristlebird
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
