23 June 2014

Spinifex Pigeon and White-necked Heron





this Pigeon was quite people friendly, seen near the information centre/parking area...

when the group returned to the coach after walking this beautiful location, at Ormiston Gorge, N.T.  

also, White-necked Heron 


and another Spinifex Pigeon at Kings Canyon, N.T.



with a snippet location shot from a Kings Canyon walk


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17 comments:

  1. Irma5:51 pm

    Wonderful series, Carole.
    The Spinifex Pigeon is a beautiful bird.
    Picture 2, 4 and 9 are my favorite.
    I wish you a nice week.
    Best regards, Irma

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  2. David M. Gascoigne,7:00 pm

    Great shots. The diversity of colour and form of pigeons around the world is breathtaking.

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  3. Unknown7:09 pm

    Lovely scenery and the pigeon is very pretty.

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  4. eileeninmd7:22 pm

    What a cool looking pigeon. Your Spinifex pigeon is beautiful. Love the Heron too, great shots. Have a happy week!

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  5. NatureFootstep8:31 pm

    it would really be a treat to see that pigeon. nice shots. :)

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  6. A Colorful World10:31 pm

    That pidgeon is amazing! Wonderful pictures! Love the scenery of the canyon and the white necked heron as well!

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  7. Bob Bushell10:56 pm

    Beautiful beautiful, the Spinifex Pigeon is my fave, thanks Carole.

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  8. TexWisGirl11:28 pm

    like a crested pigeon mated with a pheasant! awesome looking bird!

    thanks for another neat heron, too!

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  9. Jeanne11:46 pm

    That is the most amazing pigeon that I have ever seen. Very fascinating find Carole! Maggie and I tell you good morning and hope that your week is just wonderful! big hugs from Texas, and keep those fascinating birds coming. Love the shots that you share.

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  10. Karen1:40 am

    Lovely scenery! That pigeon is so cute!

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  11. Lisa Gordon4:58 am

    I happen to love pigeons, and this one is gorgeous, Carole. Surely, I've never seen one like it.

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  12. Brian King7:21 am

    Those pigeons are about a spiffy as they come! Beautiful plumage!

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  13. Anonymous5:15 pm

    Love seeing the Spinifex Pigeon! They have a beautiful color.

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  14. Sue (this n that)9:17 pm

    What a pretty pigeon. I'd forgotten how fetching they looked up in that area!
    Beautiful shots of the heron Carole and oh those lovely ghost gums and scenery. Simply stunning :D)

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  15. Kay4:04 am

    I love the Spinifex Pigeon, its colors are beautiful!!

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  16. Laura1:03 pm

    Beautiful!!! I especially like the photo of the White-necked Heron in flight!!!
    hugs, Laura

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  17. Seraphinas Phantasie7:33 pm

    Hi Carole,
    both birds are fantastic ! Very special and lovely. I like also your wonderful photo of the landscape. This is fabulous !!!
    Best regards, Synnöve

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