This topic may almost be as worn out as one or two others – but since I harangued my local member on the subject of feral cats and wildlife destruction – birds in particular – and he took the trouble to answer promptly – as he always does – I thought I would pass on … Read more
Philip, I remember that flyer in 1976. I was a teenager and young member of BOC. I participated in that bird behavioural study during the eclipse at Daylesford, Victoria. It was one of those defining bird watching experiences I will never forget. So both you and Ken Simpson inspired my love of bird watching. Thank … Read more
G’day Speaking as an online researcher of Australian birdwatchers, the Yellow Bittern threads provide a useful example of social group dynamics and a reminder of how things can blow up (bushfire metaphors are quite appropriate for this subject). The first thing is that emotive language and finger pointing create a fuel load that is easily … Read more
Sailing north, we visited Low Islets off Port Douglas, Far Nth Qld.Very windy conditions with 20-25 knot winds. 8 Ruddy Turnstones were on the wind protected side of the island working the pebbles and coral debris on the foreshore. Some had black streaks on the crown and a black pattern on the face passing through … Read more
At least the Yellow Bittern affair has served a purpose. My daughter is studying for a degree in sociology. She and her class mates have been studying this thread and several other similar threads with quite some interest. Nice to know that B-A brouhahas are serving are aiding the world of academe. Carl Clifford _______________________________________________ … Read more