A Pectoral Sandpiper and an estimated 120-150 Latham's Snipe were
present this morning at Yandina Creek Wetlands on the Sunshine Coast.
Also seen were 2 pairs of Black-necked Stork, a pair of Australasian
Shovelers, a couple of Australian Spotted Crake calling, and a
Red-necked Avocet, among many other waterbirds. I'm not sure if such a
large concentration of Latham's Snipe has been seen in Australia
before?
These sightings strengthen the case for the protection of the
wetlands, which are on private property and are threatened by drainage
for cattle pasture. The Sunshine Coast Council has been asked to
acquire the wetlands for a reserve, while the Commonwealth and
Queensland governments have been urged to ensure the enforcement of
wildlife protection laws.
Pics of the birds this morning and more on the continuing efforts to
protect the wetlands can be found here:
http://sunshinecoastbirds.blogspot.com.au/2015/03/pectoral-sandpiper-100-lathams-snipe.html
Greg
http://sunshinecoastbirds.blogspot.com/
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