Pied Butcherbird

Description:

The Pied Butcherbird looks a lot like the Black-backed Butcherbird (Cracticus mentalis) except for the fact that it has more black feathers on it then it's look-a-like. If you're wondering why it's called a Butcherbird it's because of the fact that they will skewer there prey on thorns (This is more commonly done by the Common Fiscal) or wedge them in between a fork in branches so they can easily eat there prey or to come back later to eat it.

Habitat:

The Pied Butcherbird inhabits drier forests and woodlands and often approaches parks and houses. It is more often heard than seen, as it sings from a prominent perch.

Notes:

This guy hangs around down by a skate park next the Noosa river to get free meals from happy picnickers.