Hi Bob,
I'd say a female-type Orange Chat as not only does it have the yellow rump
as Michael pointed out(and yellow undertail coverts too), it has a dark eye
which pretty much conclusively rules out Gibberbird or Yellow Chat. On most
plumages of the other two species would have far more yellow below or around
the face.
I say female type as I suspect that that this may be an immature given that
there isn't much yellow colour on the underside, and the pale edging to the
wings seems quite strong, similar to how it would appear in adult males.
This isn't a dignostic feature, just more suggestive of a male to my mind.
Sean
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On Behalf Of Bob Cook
Sent: Tuesday, 15 June 2010 9:59 AM
To: 'birding-aus'
Cc: 'Marlene Lyell'
Subject: ID assistance please
Hi all
Looking for assistance to help resolve identification of this bird. Seen
along roadside and adjacent gibber North of Marree in South Australia.
Unfortunately these were the best pictures we got.
Obvious contenders are Gibberbird and female/juvenile Orange Chat. All
contributions gratefully received!!!
http://picasaweb.google.com.au/BobBirdPics/MarreeMystery?feat=directlink
Bob Cook
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