First birds of 2018 at 70*N Tromsø, at 70*N in northern Norway, has had a wonderful Christmas week: snow, clear cold (but not too cold) winter weather, and now and then spectacular northern lights. It looked quite ominous the weeks before Christmas, as strong southwesterly winds and lots of rain removed most of the snow. … Read more
Dear All, Though this is a week old, since I didn’t have much access to the internet I thought I’d write it now anyway. We took a nice trip to the Western Treatment Plant on Dec. 25 and managed to see the Banded Stilt from the new bird hide there. It was really quite far … Read more
I have just posted a report on our bird banding trip to Iluka Nature Reserve last August on my blog. There is also a report on the banding back in 2014 at Gibraltar Range & Washpool National Parks. If anyone is interested you can view them at gregswildliferamblings.blogspot.com.au . Regards Greg Dr Greg. P. Clancy … Read more
Good question. I am not an international dove/pigeon expert but I independently came to the same idea as Allan. From consulting the various (4) Asian bird guide books I have (not including the book Allan mentioned). I am not sure but would be confident it is one of that genus. The head pattern certainly only … Read more
Hi All. I’m wondering if anyone in Brisbane or close proximity have a pair of the above that I could have a look at (& a look through)? I’m considering buying new bins & can’t find a retailer in Brisbane with them. This would save me a day trip to Sydney. Please reply directly if … Read more