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Turbo Chook or native hen, the time is now for recognition as an icon

Brinley Duggan
February 14 2021 - 6:30am
TURBO TIME: The Tasmanian native hen is recognisable for its piercing red eyes. Picture: Supplied/Lachlan John
TURBO TIME: The Tasmanian native hen is recognisable for its piercing red eyes. Picture: Supplied/Lachlan John

Tasmanian native hen, Narkie, Nark-Nark, piyura kitina, triabunna, Gallinula mortierii or Turbo Chook.

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Brinley Duggan

Brinley Duggan

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