David,
>From memory I think Christidis and Boles does include Antarctic. However,
given the fact that Antarctica is on another continent, even further away
and out of reach for most it was left off the totals page. But again it is
up to the individual what they wish to count on their Australian List. As
for 'mainland' Australia - it made sense to follow the guidelines outlined
by American Birding which would include the Torres Strait Islands, Tasmania
and any location within the 200NM zone. So Lord Howe NSW and Macquarie
Island TAS are excluded.
Regards,
Tony
>>
Legally I believe they are part of Qld - just as Lord Howe is part of NSW.
On 9 January 2011 17:40,
<> wrote:
Great to see a separate column on your site now Tony giving the totals
without external territories. I have no problem with either sides of "the
fence" and can understand both arguments, but it is interesting to have it
split. I know i won't be in a position to get there any time soon so its
great to be able to compare totals on a more level field.
I know this has probably been discussed before, but why isn't Australian
Antarctic territory able to be counted?
Also are Boigu and Sabai counted in the separation into territories or are
they "mainland" Australia? I must confess I find it amusing how close they
are to mainland PNG! Sorry - not wanting to open another can, but i am
genuinely curious.
Cheers
David Stowe
>>
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