Hi all
Have readers pondered the possibility that the North Lakes Yellow Bittern could
have been hatched in Australia? According to the Handbook of World Birds, the
YB extended its breeding range westwards (with the discovery of nests in Egypt
last year). Could it be that it is also making a southward push? Yes, this is
100% speculation until evidence of nesting is found here. But northern
Australia is a big place and possibilities abound.
Regarding behaviour, the Handbook also says that the YB is "mainly crepuscular
and nocturnal but sometimes active on overcast days." By all accounts, the
North Lakes bird does not fit this description as it has been observed being
very active during the day in full sunlight. If the bird has been active at
night, who knows how far it has ranged over the local area, perhaps returning
to roost at Wallaroo Circuit with its substantial reed cover.
Food for thought.
Regards
Andrew
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