While on a teleconference call with Deb Sullivan yesterday (Tues), Deb reported that a ‘dark-headed’ gull just flew by. It could be any species, but Franklin’s Gull is the most commonly reported in WA, and has been recorded in Esperance previously. I haven’t heard an update today. So if anyone happens to be in Esperance, … Read more
A friend has a Swarovski AT 80 HD which he no longer uses. It was purchased in the late 1990s but has been lovingly cared for and is in ‘as new’ condition with 30x and 20-60x zoom eyepieces, a cloth protective bag and a Swarovski carry case. If you are interested in purchasing a second-hand … Read more
Yesterday afternoon I saw four Brolgas flying SW over Galvin St in Altona. I imagine they were headed toward Cheetham Wetlands or WTP, but I’ve no idea where they might have been coming from. I don’t know of any suitable habitat to the north east. I often see Pelicans flying in that and the reverse … Read more
Hi All, here are the projected trip dates for Southport 2014. January 18th February 15th March 15th April 19th May 17th June 21st July 19th August 16th September 20th October 18th November 15th December 20th Once again there will be extra trips put on at short notice when weather conditions dictate. Cost $100, for bookings … Read more
From: angus.innes@environment-agency.gov.uk To: angus_innes@hotmail.com Subject: FW: Military traing areas and Conservation – Unexploded Reality From: Innes, Angus Sent: 20 August 2013 09:01 To: ‘birding-aus@vicnet.au‘ Cc: ‘pshute@nuw.org.au‘ Subject: Military traing areas and Conservation – Unexploded Reality In response to Peter Shute’s comments, I would agree that some military land-holdings are high quality from a conservation point … Read more