G’day everyone,
I’m currently planning a trip to go birding for 2 days in Cairns in November. I was mostly interested in spending time around the Cairns Esplanade looking for the different shorebirds that we dont get down here.
Species I am interested in seeing are Beach Stone-curlews, Dowitchers, and basically anything that you wouldn’t normally see in Sydney. I’m also interested in seeing any Crake or Rail species located in the area.
It will be my first time to Cairns, and as I wont have any means of transport I was wondering how easy it is to get around on public transport, and if there are other spots nearby that would be easily accesible.
Regards, Mark ===============================
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Thanks for the info John, I’ve been watching other peoples reports from last year and I’m looking forward to going there.
Regards, Mark
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Mark A great time of year at the Esplanade. The best time of day is on the rising tide with the sun behind you i.e. over Cairns and that way you’re not looking into it as you scan the beach. However trust me it’s always good. You’ll be pleasently surprised at the number of species that will be working the mud despite the scores of tourists walking passed on the boardwalk. The northern end is the best ‘cos at high tide a lot of birds will gather at the diminishing beach and you are next to the mangroves.
Enjoy!
John Mc Victor Harbor SA
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Mark
A great time of year at the Esplanade. The best time of day is on the rising tide with the sun behind you i.e. over Cairns and that way you’re not looking into it as you scan the beach. However trust me it’s always good. You’ll be pleasently surprised at the number of species that will be working the mud despite the scores of tourists walking passed on the boardwalk. The northern end is the best ‘cos at high tide a lot of birds will gather at the diminishing beach and you are next to the mangroves.
Enjoy!
John Mc
Victor Harbor
SA
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