I think the issue is knowing the ethical behaviour of the people who you are
dealing with. There are some people who will stoop to any level to get a tick
or a photo ...
I certainly wouldn't share information with people who are in the habit of using
recordings to "flush" shy or elusive birds.
Unless you sight sensitive birds in areas where the problem types are unlikely
to have the capacity to get to [eg mountain sites that require rock scrambling
and scunge bashing to get to] it is best not to mention your sighting in the
first place [its like telling people you have a secret ...]
Regards, Laurie.
Terry Pacey wrote:
>
> I have given a lot of thought as to whether I should post this or not. I
> have been helped in my decision by many private messages of support.
>
> This topic has been discussed on Birding-aus in the past, with mixed
> opinions. I had private thoughts about the topic but never strong enough to
> contribute. That has changed.
>
> The behaviour of some of the birders who have been to see the Painted Snipe
> that I reported have hardened my resolve. Never again will I divulge the
> site of rare and/or vulnerable birds to ANYONE. This includes members of
> the organisations to which I belong and friends. It is unfortunate that the
> few spoil it for everyone else. The disappointing thing is that some of
> those who behaviour has brought on this decision are well known birders who
> hold positions on some birding groups. It also makes we wonder if I want to
> belong to such groups.
>
> Terry Pacey
>
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