Half a wattlebird

Subject:	Half a wattlebird
From:	Anthony Doyle <>
Date:	Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:48:47 +1000

I have twice today observed a Red Wattlebird that seems to be missing the back half of it's body. I have clearly observed the bird to confirm its identity. It apparently flies without difficulty but seems to lack anything after its wings and legs. The bird occupies a tree that has had a resident wattlebird for at least two years.

Is it possible that a normal wattlebird narrowly escaped a predator leaving part of itself behind?

Bemused.

Anthony Doyle

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