Rufous Fantail

A pair of Rufous Fantails flew all the way from some shrubs across the open car park and stopped right in front of Ron one morning.  They twittered, saying hello, spent a few more moments with him before returning from whence they came.

Small and vulnerable though they are, they pay more attention to their environment and fellow neighbours than we tend to credit.  This was yet another wonderful experience with a tiny bird, who make it a point to come out of hiding and talk to Ron in particular.

A few days later, I spotted a Mummy Rufous feeding her bubs in the nest, cleverly built on the waterpipes in a shopping centre carpark.  We returned with camera and were amazed to discover that there was an even tinier chick behind that tall feather.

Close cousins of the Willie Wagtails, the Rufous prefer wetter and greener habitats.

Take a look at the slideshow below for a peek at the birds.

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