Hi Denise,
Yes, your bird is a Golden Whistler probably in its first year going by the
amount of rufous in its plumage. At this time of year many Golden Whistlers
are moving from the high country to lower elevations and they become quite
common around town.
Cheers,
Mark
-----Original Message-----
From: Denise Kay
Sent: Tuesday, 1 April 2014 8:28 AM
To: Canberra Birds
Subject: ID assistance please
I hope no one minds tho request but ...
This little one came into care last night minus tail feathers.
Received from the Kaleen vet..is it a young Golden Whistler ?
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