Southern Emu-wren (Stipiturus malachurus)

Lennox Head, New South Wales.
Family: Maluridae
The very long filamentous tail is about twice the length of body and comprised of six feathers and resembles feathers of the emu.
One of Australia’s smallest birds with a body approx 6cm long.
Image taken in Banksia ericifolia (Heath-leaved Banksia) heathland.

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