Tawny Frogmouth
The Tawny Frogmouth is a nocturnal bird often mistaken for an owl, though it is actually more closely related to nightjars. Native to Australia, it is a master of camouflage; when threatened, it freezes and stretches its neck upwards to resemble a broken tree branch. Unlike owls which use talons to catch prey, frogmouths catch insects and small animals with their wide, frog-like beaks.
Tawny Frogmouth Quick Facts
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Tawny Frogmouths are more closely related to nightjars than to owls despite their appearance.
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Lifespan
8-10 years
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Habitat
Woodlands, forests, and urban areas
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Diet
Insects, spiders, small vertebrates
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Region
Australia
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