The rufous treecreeper (Climacteris rufus) is a species of bird in the family Climacteridae. It is endemic to Australia.
Description The rufous treecreeper measures between 15–17cm from bill to tail and weighs 27-37 grams, with a wingspan of approximately 16-18cm. It is gray with a rufous face and breast and brown back.Michael Morcombe, Field Guide to Australian birds, Steve Parish Publishing, 2004 The male has dark streaks on his breast while the female has pale streaks.
Diet It forages on the trunks and branches of Eucalyptus trees for insects.Rufous-treecreeper | Birdlife Australia
Breeding They nest in tree hollows, laying a clutch of 1-3 spotted white eggs, measuring 24 x 19 mm. Nests are made from grass, bark, plants, and feathers. They are cooperative breeders, with all able family members helping to feed and raise the young. Breeding typically takes place during the spring.
Distribution and habitat The rufous treecreeper is found across Southwestern Australia, as far north as Shark Bay, and through to South Australia, as far east as the Eyre Peninsula. The population is heavily concentrated towards the wheatbelt and the south-west corner of WA in and around Perth, becoming more dispersed further east and inland. Open eucalypt forest and woodland are its preferred habitat.
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External links Image at ADW