Jewel of the river.
Published on May 12, 2008
A flash of azure
disappearing round the bend
to a favoured perch.
In to the light.
Published on May 10, 2008
It’s a different world out there at night time, and until I started mothing I didn’t realise how different. I’ve been amazed by the number of different moths that have come into the light set up on our front verandah. Many of them are quite tattered and worn, something that shows up in the photographs I take of them, but occasionally one in pristine condition comes in. The other night was one of few moths, but this perfect individual flew in and settled on the brick wall, if I’m right it’s a Fisera, species eribola.
Fence sitters.
Published on May 6, 2008
We went out this morning to try and catch up with Diamond Firetails at a spot where they’re regularly seen. We had no luck, but there were plenty of other birds to keep us occupied. A large number of Superb Fairy-wrens were working around the stockyards and gave a few photo opportunities although they were a little bit far away. Even though it’s nearly winter the male was still in nice colour, being kept on his toes by his harem of females I guess.
It’s always great to see the first robin down from the mountains for winter. We saw our first today, it was using the top rail of the yards as a vantage point from where it made sorties to the ground to snap up insects. I don’t think there’s a more charming little bird than the Scarlet Robin, male or female.
A carnival and a circus to visit.
Published on May 5, 2008
Two great collations are online now, I and the Bird #74, and Circus of the Spineless #32, lots of interesting reading and pictures.