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Group of immature Crimson Rosellas +W-b Scrubwrens

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Subject: Group of immature Crimson Rosellas +W-b Scrubwrens
From: "Paul T." <>
Date: Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:57:19 +1100
Howdy All,

I've just had an unusual group of immature Crimson Rosellas at my birdbath outside my window. There were 6 immatures in a group, jockeying for position at the birdbath (not much bathing got done, one would fly down just as the other got started, moving it on etc). There were at least 6 of them, but at one point I thought there may have been 7. I've never seen a group like this before. Too many to be siblings, but all without adult supervision. Is this something common that I've just not noticed before? Or just a gang of teenagers hanging around with each other for a day out?

I thought I'd ask, just in case it is unusual. Definitely not something I've seen before. Usually most immatures I've seen have had adults present.

And I'm pleased to report that I've got White-browed Scrubwrens in my garden for the first time in probably 5 years. I've heard them a few times recently, but only yesterday and the day before actually managed to sight one. They used to be a regular here years ago, but it has been at least 5 years since they last were seen here by me. Very nice to have them back again. I hope they stay around permanently, as I love them flitting about from shadow to shadow. <grin>

I hope everyone is having a great day.

Cheers.

Paul T.
Higgins, ACT

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