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Stuart and Other Fellow Birders,
Two interesting sightings to report, based on location more than
significance of species.
This past Sunday afternoon I was alerted to a Barn Owl flying from the
waterfront park in Williamstown out over the marina and then off over the
harbour toward the City. It was being mobbed relentlessly by Little Ravens
and Silver Gulls. I can only presume that it had been disturbed from its
daytime roost by the hoards that descended upon Federation celebrations or
perhaps the F-11 fighter that made several passes over Williamstown
Marina.
My second sighting was of a Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater on a stroll around
Newport lakes last Thursday evening. A great little spot, this regenerated
quarry and I would recommend it to any local birdo. I saw my first Crested
Shrike-Tit, White-winged Triller and Aus. Spotted Crake at this location just
off Mason Street in Newport. As you descend down into the quarry the
vegetation surrounds you and suburbia vanishes. With a little
imagination you could be in prime bush. With regard to Spiny-cheeks, what
is their seasonal migration pattern such that a bid would end up here
? I am presuming that this is what has occurred as it is not the
correct habitat to be setting up residency.
Regards,
Paul
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