IOC version 6.2 released today(20 April 2016)

from what I can see the following changes have been made to the Australian list new species name Black-eared Catbird – (Latin names unchanged for genus, species and subspecies) – range Cape York Pen Changes in Latin names Spotted Catbird – A maculosus Intermediate Egret – Ardea intermedia Sub-species added Yellow-tufted Honeyeater – L m … Read more

Off topic: RFI Platypus SW Victoria

Hi Helga, A friend of mine that runs a servo in Mt Gambier hires canoes and does tours down the Lower Glenelg River from Casterton (I think). They see Platypus regularly and plenty of them. I’m not sure of the cost but I can fine out if you like. Thus is not a strenuous tour … Read more

Off topic: RFI Platypus SW Victoria

Hi all, does anyone know of reliable platypus spots in SW Victoria? Peter and I are heading towards Lower Glenelg NP/Cobboboonee NP and maybe to Portland for the Gannets, for a few days next week and we would like to include some time looking for platypus. Any info much appreciated!! Cheers, Helga Kieskamp Loxton SA … Read more