An amendment to the attached posting of 10/05/2010. Regretably the sighting of Gibberbird at Muloorina Station on 27/4/10 is withdrawn.Examination of photos reveals female Orange Chat. Russ Lamb, Maleny,SEQ —– Original Message —– From: Russ Lamb To: BirdingAus Sent: Monday, May 10, 2010 9:59 PM Subject: recent outback SA sightings Have just returned from an … Read more
Hi Birders, I am heading up to Noosa Heads on Saturday to try to find the Hooded Plover amongst other birds. Has anyone seen it since the 21st? What other spots would be good me to see other waders/shorebirds while I am up that way? cheers Glenn McRae Stanthorpe Qld…4380 ============================== To unsubscribe from this … Read more
While we are talking about dead owls, there was an article in today’s Fairfax Press ( http://www.smh.com.au/environment/rats-lord-howes-owls-may-be-sent-home-to-roost-20100622-yvs2.html ) on the Masked Owls that were introduced to LHI and have been thriving on the rat population there – apparently the density of owls is at least ten times that what you would normally find on an … Read more
G’day, This is a note to let everyone know of the publication of this 64-page, A6 booklet; a photographic identification guide covering those species seen regularly in South East Queensland. It is a jointly-funded project between Caring for our Country, SEQ Catchments and four local councils: Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Redland and Gold Coast. Brisbane … Read more
G’day Noredah Othman (Marketing Manager, Sabah Tourism) has sent me a tentative program for this years’ bird festival – to be held at the excellent Rainforest Discovery Centre (close to the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary). I believe they are seeking an extra speaker or two, and would like to get into contact with “any bird … Read more