Gooday all, For the last week we have observed flocks of 20-40 Rainbow Bee-eaters flying South. Also joining in are small flocks of Pied Imperial Pigeons. The strong SE breeze that was blowing up until a week ago has eased off and no doubt makes conditions more favourable for the birds long journey. Especially like seeing the Rainbow Bee-eaters flying over the open sea. They announce their presence with a soft “brit, brit“call and then groups are observed flying close to the water surface in a buoyant flight. The call of the Rainbow Bee-eaters can also be heard at night. PIPs seem to be quiet with no calls heard during the observations.
Jon Wren Muralug Beach Prince of Wales Is. Torres Strait. Qld. ===============================
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