observing birds

Koels Wooing

The sound of bachelor koels trying to attract a mate announces the start of spring in our yard.  But don't be misled by the loud cooing. Koels are usually very shy and the males hide amongst the leaves, their eyes easily camouflaged by the mulberries.

male koel

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Birds and Animals Celebrate at the Lilypot

 

minnie and cresty at the lilypot

The rains have broken the drought.  Crested pigeons and Noisy Miners share a drink at the lilypot while the other birds and animals enjoy the fresh grass, new shoots and a greeener summer.

The pictures tell a better story.  read more »

Galahs - Room with a View - Naturally

Gum trees have plenty of nooks for our galahs and lorikeet neighbours.

a nice spot for agalah nest  read more »

Sophie Magpie - Queen of The Mulberry Tree (2004-2008)

Sophie on Mulberry Tree

Sophie on her favourite perch atop the Mulberry Tree along with her younger sister Wendy.  read more »

Thornbills

thornbill close upThornbills or Yellow-bottoms as they are fondly called are no more than 10 cms long.  But their hearts and their awareness can match any human.  One morning, we walked into a freshly turned paddock trying to photograph a couple of peewees on the other side.  Our eyes caught some movement along the ground, almost like leaves rustling in the wind, except the  read more »

Muriel's Friends

Reader Muriel sent us this story of her Maggie friends.  

Muriel's Maggie

This is Maggie Magpie sitting on the big plant pot being hand fed.

7 Oct 08  read more »

Lynell's Maggies - Part 2 - A New Generation

Reader Lynell sent us more news about her friends Mummy and Daddy Maggie:

To read about the earlier events (part 1) click here

16 March 08

Today I have some very sad news. My lovely Daddy Maggie died this morning & his wife Mummy Maggie is now being attacked by 6 other magpies who are trying to take over her territory.  read more »

Your Winged Friends

 

    Reader's share their stories of their winged friends.   To submit your story send an email to: editor@wingedhearts.org

Australian Wild Birds Calendar 2009

Receive a complimentary Australian Wild Birds Calendar for 2009  read more »

These are 13 full resolution pictures which you can view on your screen or print as a desktop calendar or wall calendar. Printed on photo paper, it makes a beautiful gift to delight all through the coming year.

Australian Wild Birds Calendar 2009 - Downloads

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