A unique and characterful bird which you have shown us beautifully. The Great Bustard is presently being re-introduced to the UK having been absent for many years.
What an interesting bird. In answer to your question about Cowbirds: They get their name from their association with cattle. Easting the bugs the cattle stir up while grazing not necessarily sitting on the cow. MB
SUCH AN interesting bird this looks to be Carole! I have never even heard of this sort of bird. Was this bird in some sort of zoo that you photographed it through glass. You did such a great job on the photos, cant tell it is through glass at all!.
What a fantastic bird! You really had some wonderful opportunities on this trip to see some rarities. Thank you so much for sharing with those of us who are unlikely to have such a unique chance.
Such a shame such birds must be in captivity. I'm guessing that the popoulation of your Australian Bustard has been reduced by man's interference like so many bustard species the world over.
thanks for visiting Snap Happy Birding, and for leaving a comment; I can still see them. Now both my blogs are resting in idle mode. It was time to give other things priority, even though I miss my regular blogging and the feedback that came my way over the years. Take care.
Great shots.
ReplyDeleteHe is a bird I have never seen.
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Merle..........
such a unique creature!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous detail!
ReplyDeleteOh wow Carole, the feather detail is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of a really interesting bird. I would love to see one - even through a window!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bird, you have some unique birds there.
ReplyDeleteGlorious bird and wonderful pictures.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and great detail!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic opportunity to see and photograph this bird at so close quarters.
ReplyDeleteWonderful shots - beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteHugsKKann
These are great pictures of Australian Trap.
ReplyDeletePerfectly photographed and with many details, Carole.
What a cool looking bird, it seem to have a personality! Awesome shots.
ReplyDeleteSuch fantastic close-ups of this large Austalian bird.Never heard of a Bustard before!
ReplyDeleteHe is one interesting bird. You managed to get amazing shots through that glass window!
ReplyDeleteI am hopeful that I will get to see these in the wild someday! Great photos, especially through glass!
ReplyDeleteWow...incredible close ups. This was an amazing adventure you shared.
ReplyDeleteA unique and characterful bird which you have shown us beautifully. The Great Bustard is presently being re-introduced to the UK having been absent for many years.
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting bird.
ReplyDeleteIn answer to your question about Cowbirds: They get their name from their association with cattle. Easting the bugs the cattle stir up while grazing not necessarily sitting on the cow. MB
A beautiful and unique bird! He looks like he wants someone to pet his head in that last shot. :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome shots and through glass no less. Loving the detail of their feathers on the neck.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots of this interesting bird.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds, the Bustard is outstanding, thanks for that.
ReplyDeletePretty bird, wonderful! Beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteWe saw this bird at the zoo, and enjoyed seeing it very much!
ReplyDeleteWOW! These are amazing photos, even through glass! Such great shots!
ReplyDeleteSUCH AN interesting bird this looks to be Carole! I have never even heard of this sort of bird. Was this bird in some sort of zoo that you photographed it through glass. You did such a great job on the photos, cant tell it is through glass at all!.
ReplyDeletethanks to everyone who has left comments; they are always so encouraging to keep posting!
ReplyDeleteJeanne; yes as noted on this post these photos had been taken at the Desert Park at Alice Springs, N.T.
You might enjoy earlier posts from here under the JUNE list/sidebar.
There was a bird presentation there from an ampitheatre with the MacDonnell Ranges in the background.
These Australian Bustards though were in an enclosure and access to viewing them was through an elevated boardwalk with windows set in under shelter.
What a fantastic bird! You really had some wonderful opportunities on this trip to see some rarities. Thank you so much for sharing with those of us who are unlikely to have such a unique chance.
ReplyDeleteVery nice photographs, Carole!
Funny bird -- new to me (even virtually). Great pictures -- he seems to have a lot of personality!
ReplyDeleteUnusual bird that you have captured beautifully!!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, fantastic shots Carole! What a very interesting bird.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful close-ups of this bird Carole.
ReplyDeleteYou can even count the hairs. Really nicely done.
Such a shame such birds must be in captivity. I'm guessing that the popoulation of your Australian Bustard has been reduced by man's interference like so many bustard species the world over.
ReplyDeletelol, it is on my list. IF I´m very lucky I might see it in september. :) Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteooohh so sweet when she sleeps
ReplyDeleteA kiss from Spain, Carole :)
ooohh so sweet when she sleeps
ReplyDeleteA kiss from Spain, Carole :)