Or perhaps, more accurately, Splendid in the grass, for this is the Splendid Fairy-wren and part of his family that we came across today on our morning walk. This charming male hopped all the way up to my feet, hence … Continue reading
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A Caspian Tern flying past a Great Egret and an Osprey nest. Bit blurry, because it’s blown up from a distant shot. An Ibis looking for breakfast: … Continue reading
Yesterday, I took an old friend to explore the Len Howard Conservation Area in Erskine, Mandurah, just outside my door. After a morning birding and walking, we ended up here, where there is now an upscale marina, hotel and fancy … Continue reading
Just out of the back gate of the village I’m living in is the Len Howard Conservation Area. And as those of you who know me know… that is exactly the kind of place I like. It has BIRDS! And … Continue reading
I’ve never been one for cities much. Not to live in. I tend to want something closer to the wild. Born on a farm; teenage years spent in a suburban area that had natural bush and a swamp close by … Continue reading