Sunday, October 16, 2011

Short visit to Greenfields Wetlands

This morning I made a quick visit to Greenfields Wetlands to check out any migrants. There were a few Whiskered Terns around, but I didn't manage any decent photos. The rest of the birds there were all pretty common. As usual, Black Swan, Purple Swamphen and Coot were everywhere.
There were also a few Great Egrets there, but as usual they were pretty flighty. I did manage a couple of shots of this one. When I zoomed back a bit it made an interesting shot with the Australian Ibis.
Then a small flock of White-headed Stilts flew in, and just as quickly flew off again. But they had disturbed this Australian Spotted Crake.
As usual, pelicans were flying around, and as usual I couldn't resist firing off a few shots!
Little Grassbirds ans Australian Reed Warblers were singing from every suitable spot, and with patience I managed a few shots of each, though from a distance.
Grebes were in evidence, with plenty of Hoary-headed and Australian Little Grebes feeding busily in the deeper channels.
Finally, this little fellow was happily munching on the verge.

5 comments:

  1. Wonderful series of photos, I love all the birds. The swamphen is one of my favorites along with the Ibis. The grebes are cute and the bunny is adorable. Great photos. Have a wonderful Day.

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  2. Outstanding collection Tony,love the Purple Swamphen.
    Stunning Birds.
    John.

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  3. wonderful shot of the egret, ibis, and swamp hen all together.

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  4. Lovely birds, all of them, and then the bunny....way too cute. Have a great week!

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  5. Beautiful photos Tony - I love the swan with reflections - Delightful!

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