The Currawong – Australia’s Clever Songbird. The currawong is one of Australia’s most recognisable bushland birds, known for its rich, ringing calls that echo across forests, farmland, and even suburban parks. Often mistaken for a large magpie or crow, the currawong’s glossy black or grey-black plumage, bright yellow eyes, and distinctive hooked beak set it apart. There are three main species – the Pied, Grey, and Black Currawong – each with their own regional range. Highly adaptable, these bird