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NEW AUSTRALIAN BIRD SPECIES FOUND AT KALLAKOOPAH CREEK, S.A.

To: "Chris Sanderson" <>
Subject: NEW AUSTRALIAN BIRD SPECIES FOUND AT KALLAKOOPAH CREEK, S.A.
From: "Evan Beaver" <>
Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:22:42 +1000
It's certainly ambiguous isn't it?

"They found rare fossils, bird species not yet recorded and landscape
sheathed by lush beds of plants and flowers. Above all, they found
peace, and an absence of the tracks of man."

On 8/20/07, Chris Sanderson <> wrote:
> Hi Lorne,
>
> Having now looked at the article, it seems to me they are suggesting a new
> species of bird fossil, not a living bird.  For those interested in making
> their own mind up, the article is below.
>
> http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22265493-2702,00.html
>
> Regards,
> Chris
>
> On 8/20/07, Lorne Johnson <> wrote:
> >
> > Hello bird gang,
> >
> >
> >
> > A feature article by Nicolas Rothwell that appeared in The Australian
> > newspaper last Saturday, on a recent expedition deep into the remote
> > salty reaches of northern South Australia (at the southern end of the
> > Simpson Desert) was fascinating. Apparently, researchers/scientists on
> > the field excursion have discovered 'bird species not yet recorded'
> > (actual quote) at Kallakoopah Creek! This is thrilling. I'd be
> > fascinated to know what the team unearthed. Perhaps a new grasswren,
> > chat or whiteface!
> >
> >
> >
> > Does anyone know anything more about this? I can imagine the new
> > discoveries are being kept top secret.
> >
> >
> >
> > Lorne
> >
> >
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