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About Brolga
Forages for grains, insects, and small animals in wetlands and grasslandsPerforms elaborate courtship displaysNests in wetlands and grasslandsBoth parents incubate eggs and care for young
Size
100 - 130 cm
Weight
3.5 - 6.5 kg
Lifespan
up to 20-30 years
Diet
Grains, Insects, Small animals, Plants
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Climate change
Additional Notes
The Brolga is a widespread and relatively common species in northern Australia, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and degradation.
Distribution
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Northern Australia
Oceania • Australia
Eastern Australia
Oceania • Australia
The Brolga is a migratory species that breeds in northern Australia and winters in eastern Australia.