Frigatebird?

[Terry Pacey <>]

The weather that has plagued Sydney for a while now, has reached the Gold
Coast.

While trapped in heavy traffic, with heavy rain and strong winds, on the
motorway at the west of the Gold Coast, I saw a lone bird flying fast over
the road and off towards the coast.

Something about the bird made me have a (quick) second look.  I am about
50-60% certain that it was a Frigatebird (probably Lesser).  The general
shape and size, the wing shape and the "jizz" seemed right but I didn't see
the tail well enough to be certain.  It really was a very quick sighting in
extreme conditions.

All those in the grip of the wild weather should keep a close watch.  Many
species could be blown ashore.

Terry Pacey

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