From: Martin on 03/09/2001 02:42 PM
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Subject: Red-whiskered Bulbul distribution (Vic.)
Tim Dolby asks about a possible 'epicentre' of distribution for the
Red-whiskered Bulbul in Victoria.
I've just checked the distribution map for this species in the Atlas of
Victorian Wildlife and it indicates the following:
- there are curently 37 records of the species for Victoria. All but one from
suburban Melbourne.
- the species was regularly reported from the Melbourne Botanic Gardens until
1982 but there have been few records since 1983.
- there have been reports of probable escapees from aviaries (eg. Traralgon).
- records of the species were made during all seasons and no breeding has been
recorded.
The distribution map has an 'epicentre of distribution' of around Heidelberg-Box
Hill.
A bird I'd like to see. Let us know if you see any, Melbourne birdos!
Martin O'Brien
Executive Scientific Officer & Secretary
Scientific Advisory Committee
Parks Flora and Fauna Division
Department of Natural Resources and Environment
4/250 Victoria Pde.,
East Melbourne 3002
AUSTRALIA
Tel: 9412 4567
Fax: 9412 4586
(prefixes: Interstate 03 International 613)
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