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.
There are a few Common Blackbirds (Turdus merula) in our garden… We notice them at dawn because of their mellow, melodious, warbling song. It is just a delight. What is not a delight is the mess they leave as they energetically sort through leaf litter and flick mulch out on our nice swept paths! But…
The Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) sometimes known as the sea hawk or fish eagle, is a handsome fish-eating bird of prey. We saw this spectacular raptor in action during our recent Winter cruise in Queensland. We were mesmerised by its fishing exploits, and amazed by the size of its nest, right on top of a rocky…
