All,
Just reiterating Steve's suggestion to be cautious, as it is possible that
these birds may breed given the ideal conditions there and the time of year.
Also, the gravel road that they are located next to is an access way for local
residents who, if my memory serves me right, have gotten upset in the past at
birders who impede their access to their driveways.
Birds Australia have already indicated that this is a significant record for
this species, so be mindful if visiting the site.
Mick
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From: steve roderick <>
To:
Sent: Wednesday, 1 November, 2006 12:40:40 PM
Subject: [Birding-Aus] Painted Snipe in the Hunter
Hey,
There are currently 3 Painted Snipe at Lenaghans Dr. near Pambalong
N.R., Hunter Valley. Two birds were found there by Mike Newman and Ann
Lindsey last friday, but there are now 3, looks like two females and a
male. Lenaghans Dr. can be reached by taking the Minmi exit, which is
about 400m south bound from the freeway end at the Beresfield
roundabout. Once passing the the Hexham swamps on your left, you take
the gravel rd left, near the gravel services sign. On this rd. you
will pass through a tunnel of casuarinas, the birds are roosting under
the first and second casuarinas that are in the swamp on your right.
They flush readily so be cautious, best to park before the row of
casuarinas, although they stay when approached by car.
Steve Roderick (Go the Hunter Home Brewers!)
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References
1. http://g.msn.com/8HMAENAU/2749??PS=47575
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