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Info on Spotted Quail-thrush please

Subject: Info on Spotted Quail-thrush please
From: Ian Fraser <>
Date: Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:28:36 +1100
I think there's some unwarranted mythology about SQT in the ACT. I fully support Steve and Jeannie's suggestions, and might even go a bit further. I'd say it's almost impossible to drive along the Bulls Head - Mt Ginini road (at least during the week, and usually even on weekends) WITHOUT seeing them; it's just a matter of being aware of what's happening up ahead. They are almost always in pairs, and are often seen crossing or even feeding on the road. If you stop they will often keep pottering about their business, and even if they fly off it's likely to be initially just up onto the bank or a nearby log.

At the worst you'll have had a delightful drive in the Snow Gums, a drive we should all do at least once a season anyway to make the most of living in Canberra!

cheers all

Ian

On 8/10/2011 19:36, Scott Ryan wrote:
Hi All,

I was wondering if anyone could give me some info on where I could look for Spotted Quail-thrush & Chestnut-rumped Heathwren,  in the ACT & whether I was likely to find them at this time of year.

Thanks greatly,

Scott Ryan

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