Drongo takes on Brown Goshawk

[Alexandra Appleman <>]

In an unlikely contest I watched this mornnig as our [mostly-resident]
Spangled Drongo take on the immature Brown Goshawk which had landed in the
poinciana tree in the outer courtyard of the garden, awaiting a potential
meal at the bird feeding table.  The drongo moved into the same tree,
calling loudly then proceeded to knock the Goshawk from its perch. The
Goshawk took flight with the drongo in hot pursuit, harrying it
relectlessly across the suburb.

Perhaps I should work at home more often... then again I don't know if i
would actually get much work done.....

Alex Appleman
Townsville, NQ




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