The Grey Butcherbird is a widely distributed species endemic to Australia. Other birds in the same family include the Australian Magpie and the Currawongs.
Cracticus torquatus occurs in a range of different habitats including arid, semi-arid and temperate zones. It appears to be adapting well to city living, and can be encountered in the suburbs of many Australian cities.
This bird has a reputation as a vicious species as it preys on small vertebrates including other birds.
The Grey Butcherbird has a characteristic piping "rollicking" birdsong, which can be heard at:
http://birdsinbackyards.net/images/audio/cracticus-torquatus.mp3
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