Australian Wildlife Series - Female Tawny Frogmouth Bird Nesting In A Tree - Owl-like - Podargus Strigoides Royalty-Free Stock Photo

Close up photograph of a tawny frogmouth bird nesting in a large tree with green branches in Toowoomba Queensland Australia. The tawny frogmouth (Podargus strigoides) is a big-headed, stocky bird often mistaken for an owl due to its nocturnal habits and similar colouring. Closely related to the kookaburra. Bright yellow eyes and large 'frog-like' bill with whiskers above only slightly banded. HTBphotos by John and Katharina Notarianni for websites, print and other media.