Brahminy Kite

Bird Photography Challenge #29: Brahminy Kite

We often admire the Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus) along the coast, particularly in Queensland along the mangrove flats.  It is unmistakable and you can see why it is also known in Australia as the red-backed sea eagle.  This beautiful bird of prey is the subject of our #29 Bird Photography Challenge.

Sea Mammals Series – The Dugong

The last post in our Sea Mammals series is the elusive Dugong.  The name comes from the Malay “Duyong”, meaning “lady of the sea”.  Its slow and graceful swimming is possibly the inspiration for mariners’ tales of mermaids.  The common name for the Dugong is sea cow, no doubt because it grazes on the sea…