We have had Gangs Gangs here in Watson pretty well every week for the 5
years we have been here. It is uncommon to get more than 2 now, whereas a
few years ago 4, 6 or even 8 in a GBS week was the norm.
John Goldie and Kathy Walter
Watson, ACT
-----Original Message-----
From: Paul Tyerman
Sent: Thursday, 11 October 2007 3:00 PM
To:
Subject: Gang Gangs in Higgins
Howdy All,
I feel it is worth noting that for the first time here in Higgins I
have actually sighted Gang Gang Cockatoos. Been living here nearly
12 years and have heard them once that I can remember for certain,
but only once. I've never seen them at all, but this morning a flock
of 8 of them flew overhead after alighting for a while in a nearby
tree. Very pleased to see them as I love Gang Gangs and it has
always been something I wish we had here.... BUT..... also not
pleased as it may mean they are having to extend their range because
of the drought and lack of food elsewhere?
So I don't know whether they are unusual for elsewhere around here,
but I for one have never seen them here in Higgins before, and only
heard them once in 12 years. Now if I could just not see Currawongs
here for 12 years I'd be most pleased..... and even more pleased if
it was Blackbirds that were absent. The former results in every
other bird leaving the area while they're here, and the latter might
as well be rotary hoes with wings!! <sigh>
Cheers.
Paul Tyerman
Higgins ACT
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