burnt areas at Woodlands near Melb airport

[Cheryl Ridge <>]

On the weekend I visited Woodlands near the Melbourne
airport. I hadn't visited for a while so was surprised
to see burnt areas. Burnt grass and lower tree trunks
on the way to the Weeroona Cemetery and 'back paddock'
areas.

Does anyone know if a fire recently went through the
area or if it was a 'controlled' burn? (forgive me, I
am not sure what a controlled burn area looks like).

I found the birding rather quiet but was delighted to
see a pair of Tawny Frogmouths and got a couple of
shots I am really happy with:

http://www.pbase.com/chezzyr/image/75189442

http://www.pbase.com/chezzyr/image/75189441

regards

Cheryl
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