Hi Martin,
Several years ago near Dayboro (SE Qld) I observed a Pied Butcherbird
repeatedly chasing a Little Friarbird into a wattle, and everytime it
(the friarbird) tried to make a dash for a nearby tree an Australian
Hobby attempted to 'stoop' on it. Eventually both the 'aggressors' left
the area and the Friarbird continued going about its business unharmed.
It certainly appeared to be a co-ordinated effort.
Tom Tarrant
wrote:
I have a fascinating observation that I'm keen to hear whether anyone else
has also recorded.
Has anyone else observed this predatory behaviour by ravens before? It is
certainly the first time I had observed it.
Martin O'Brien
Melbourne
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