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racing chook


Older vernacular name for the Tasmanian native hen (a rail - which has very distinctive and fast style of running). I have heard it used by older farmers on the east coast and in the Huon Valley: The racing chooks were so noisy last night, they kept me awake.

Contributor's comments: also called Bush Chooks.