Breeding Blues

["Jack Hunter via Canberrabirds " <>]

G’day folks, 

A very fun and interesting one from Bruce this morning! Cooperative family of five Blue-Faced Honeyeaters getting a jump on the day. We had two adults on a grocery run, returning to feed two recent fledglings before setting off again. These adults could be heard distantly squabbling with Noisy Miners during this time. Meanwhile, a still green-faced juvenile remained behind on babysitting duties. The presence of these feldgies obviously implies a nearby nest which likely explains the swooping behaviour recently observed in this area. 

While I was there, a handful of Noisy Miners sprung from a nearby tree and began mobbing the fledglings. The Juvenile sounded the alarm and proceeded to defend the fledgies with surprising success. The adult Blues soon returned and restored order, forcing the Noisies back to their original location, practically a stone’s throw away. I left very soon after this to avoid drawing more attention. I have a feeling my presence may have instigated the Noisies, as they buzzed me before hitting the Blues.

Forgive my ignorance, but was breeding still considered quite uncommon for this species in Canberra? I managed some pictures of the fledglings, which I’m happy to share if anyone is interested.

Have a good one!

Jack

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