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Bell Miner or Bellbird  Bell Miner,Manorina melanophrys Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Bell Miner or Bellbird

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  1. Wow Graeme what a spectacular bird introduction. Never heard about this one before. Promoted! Posted 11 years ago
    1. thanks, when you walk around you can hear the call it is amazing
      Posted 11 years ago

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The Bell Miner, commonly known as the Bellbird, is a colonial honeyeater endemic to southeastern Australia. The common name refers to their bell-like call. "Miner" is an old alternative spelling of the word "myna" and is shared with other members of the genus "Manorina".

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Graeme Ruck
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By Graeme Ruck

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Uploaded Oct 14, 2013. Captured Oct 8, 2013 10:41.
  • Canon EOS 1000D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/332s
  • ISO400
  • 250mm