Some years ago we saw ducks riding downstream on a strong current in one of the outlet channels at the Western Treatment Plant, Werribee. Mostly Pinkears and Australian Shovelers but a few Black Ducks with them. There was no doubt in our minds that the birds were doing this for enjoyment, whizzing downstream among clouds … Read more
In the first case of its kind, a large energy company has pleaded guilty to killing birds at its large wind turbine farms in Wyoming and has agreed to pay $1 million as punishment. http://www.latimes.com/nation/nationnow/la-na-nn-wind-energy-eagle-death-20131123,0,2938734.story Regards, Clive.
Evening all On Thursday when travelling for work to and from Sydney (just what I need before I move from Mildura to Albury this weekend) I saw a bird at Sydney Airport that I am wondering if anyone can confirm. The sighting was made through the window of a plane at about 4:30PM at the … Read more
Hi all, I’m in Tassie at present on a birding trip, thought I might ask the collective minds of Birding-Aus for some gen on a few species we’re still chasing – any location info for any of the species listed below would be much appreciated :). We’re heading to Melaleuca tomorrow morning, staying overnight, then … Read more
Hi list, I thought you might enjoy this clip of Black Swans surfing! I don’t think I have seen Swans on the open ocean, much less enjoying the waves! http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/2013/12/14/07/13/surfing-swans-astonish-gold-coast-swimmers From Jenny Stiles