a breezy morning, and Kookaburra was on duty
perched on the weather-vane atop the arbour in back garden
Amazing how they will spot the movement of a worm or grub moving under the surface of the soil. I'm hoping it visits regularly as the weather warms up and this Whip Snake I've spotted a couple times over, is likely to awake from hiding spot! Another pair of eyes watching out; ideally those of a kookaburra, would be rather handy from my point.
another was sitting in the cold shade in the bush corridor outside the fence, with feathers fluffed and keeping its feet warm.
I'm not sure why the change of head position, it seemed relaxed this way for some time, maybe it had a stiff neck? Doing a little pilates?
Eastern Rosella pair are about again as spring approaches; not so easy to nab a photo of them, they're very wary
then the Red Wattlebird appeared
Great pictures of birds which seem to me to be iconically Australian.
ReplyDeleteThis post and your images are absolutely divine!!!! Wow
ReplyDeleteThe Kookaburra is my favourite bird. I love it when they puff themselves up. Lovely shots as always.
ReplyDeleteHi Carole - Really nice of photos! I really like that Kookaburra!
ReplyDeleteHi Carole,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, the Kookaburra is my favorite.
All birds photographed perfectly.
just beautiful and unique birds! love them!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful birds! Great job photographing them! I love the fluffy feathers of the kookaburra! Thanks for marking the place on the arbor where he was sitting! Great "close ups"! The Rosellas are so bright and colorful and the Red Wattlebird is beautiful too!
ReplyDeleteThe Kookaburra looks as if he has a perpetual smile going. I like the sound they make.
ReplyDeleteI had never heard of a Kookaburra before I started blogging in 2006 and met the first Australian friends. Some sent me a link to YouTube just to hear it laughing ! What a bird ! would need one here when I am in bad mood, lol !
ReplyDeleteHI Carole... Oh my you have some fabulous birds in your garden,and some fabulous shot's of them too!!
ReplyDeleteSo colorful they are,but I really like your Kookaburra!!
Grace
Nature is perfect!
ReplyDeleteGreat post and gorgeous photos of the birds !
ReplyDeleteYou are so fortunate to catch these colorful birds in your yard (?) -
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful birds you have!! Your photos are superb. That kookaburra is just...wow!
ReplyDeleteThe little kookaburra is so adorable. I am intrigued with Australian birds and their beautiful colors.
ReplyDeleteI've always liked the beaks on the Kookaburra's! Very stout! The Rosella's are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWow Carole, these are beautiful birds and lovely photos. I have a tough time picking a favorite, because I love the Kookaburra and the Rosellas.. Have a happy week!
ReplyDeleteI love the laugh of the kookaburra and the call of the magpie
ReplyDeleteMerle.........
I am so in awe of your backyard birds. It's like a little piece of heaven -- all three of these are just wonderful .
ReplyDeleteJaw dropping shots of the kookabird (as my granddaughter calls them).
ReplyDeleteGreat captures of the Kookaburra - thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteExcelentes fotografías, que aves más espectaculares hay en tu país. Un saludo desde España.
ReplyDeleteI wonder how well the weather vane works with the kookaburra assisting! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteYour birds are so exotic. Love the Kookaburra images. Great captures!:)
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos! They're all very interesting birds.
ReplyDeleteI just drool with envy with the wealth of birds you have in your own backyard.
ReplyDeleteI always think the Kookaburras look like they are smiling...
ReplyDeleteI just love that little Kookaburra, Carole!
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable creature.