About the Diamond Firetail
The Diamond Firetail (Stagonopleura guttata) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Diamond Firetail is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
decreasing
Current Threats
- Habitat loss
- Predation by domestic cats
- Trapping for the pet trade
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Eastern Australia
Continent: Australia
Country: Australia
Region: New South Wales
Distribution Overview
The Diamond Firetail is native to eastern Australia and is commonly found in eucalyptus forests and grasslands.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 11 - 12 cm
- Weight
- 12 - 16 g
- Lifespan
- 5-7 years years
- Diet
- SeedsInsects
Habitat
Eucalyptus forestsGrasslandsWoodlands
Behavior
- Active and social bird
- Feeds on the ground
- Builds nests in trees or shrubs