Princess Parrot habitat on Newhaven Station

I refer to the spectacular recent reports of the Princess Parrots on Newhaven Station Sanctuary (AWC-NT). The following passage on the vegetation associated with 2010 sightings was described by Ian May in his Birding-aus report at that time, followed by identification of the Upside Down plant coming from Anthea Fleming. (IAN MAY):Ideal habitat is Desert … Read more

‘Urgent’ plea for donations to Save the Cassowary

I have received the letter (below) from Kelvin Davies, CEO of Rainforest Rescue, soliciting donations (as outlined). The tone of the letter is somewhat breathless and pressing. Before considering a donation I would value any informed comments from knowledgeable Birding-aus members. Is this a sound approach to the plight of the Cassowary? Is Rainforest Rescue … Read more

Lord Howe Island trip report

Hi all, I was lucky enough to spend a week at Lord Howe Island this February, and I’ve written an article and a trip report about my time there. My highlight was definitely the pelagic trips we did, though the snorkeling came a very close second. A huge thanks to everyone who helped me out … Read more