Thursday I was at Double Island Point and noticed a couple of darker birds amongst the terns. I suspected they were Noddys. When I checked my MM iPhone app – no trace of them. Anyone else noticed this? I think they might be Common Noddys =============================== To unsubscribe from this mailing list, send the message: … Read more
We took our English cousin for a short walk at Wilson Reserve this afternoon. While looking unsuccessfully for Tawny Frogmouths near the ditch between the sports-fields and Reedy Billabong, we found a group of Golden Whistlers (one male and three or four grey birds) and two CRESTED SHRIKE-TITS, both feeding in the Red Gums and … Read more
Tonight, the last briefing will take place for people who want to attend the opening morning of duck hunting season, beginning 17 March. Coalition Against Duck Shooting will hold a meeting on the top floor, Kindness House, 288 Brunswick St, Fitzroy at 7.30 pm. Volunteers are needed for driving, logistics, monitoring, administration and assisting with … Read more
G’day all, I received a report recently of a Spotted Whistling-duck which has been seen for the last couple of weeks at the Leanyer ponds in Darwin. I’ve seen nothing on this list or Birdline NT about this bird, and I am down in Alice Springs. Can anyone confirm this sighting? Do any photos of … Read more
Hi BirdLife Southern Queensland Conservation Conference Saturday 24 March Papers will provide information about recent bird research and conservation projects in Southern Queensland. They include a workshop: Introduction to recording bird songs by Tony Baylis, Australian Sound Recording Group. Presentations include An overview of the role of the Department of Environment and Resource Management in … Read more