Black-tailed Native Hen (Trybonix ventralis)

✨ Key Features

• Grey body with dark (blackish) tail

• Bright red eye and bill

• Long legs, short wings

• Often seen running quickly rather than flying

🌏 Habitat

Found across much of Australia, especially in:

• Grasslands and open plains

• Wetland edges

• Farmland

Often seen:

• On the ground in groups, especially after rain

⚡ What Makes It Special

A nomadic species that can appear in large numbers after rain, moving quickly across open country in running flocks.

🧠 Summary

A fast-running grey bird with a dark tail and red eye, commonly seen in groups across open Australian landscapes.