Hi Everyone,
Apparently there are many Snipe getting around Kelly’s Swamp at Jerra Wetlands with leg flags on at the moment which we would dearly love photos of if anyone happens to be hanging around with a big lens!
We have so far identified 7 birds this season, 3 of which were from last year and have been to Japan and back.
Very loyal little birds.
On a related note, last weekend we caught a Snipe with bright yellow legs and a short beak and body, and another one with 20 tail feathers when they should have no more than 18. We have confirmed them as Latham’s Snipe but odd forms. We
are trying to find out more form various wader experts but it is rather perplexing.
Cheers Lori
Lori Gould
Program Manager
Woodlands and Wetlands Trust (Jerrabomberra Wetlands)
M: 0439 030 058
PO Box 58 Fyshwick ACT 2609
www.woodlandsandwetlands.org.au
