Go Birding Tours

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Location:
Geelong Otway Region, south-eastern Victoria, AUSTRALIA
Phone:
+61 3 417 115109 (Mobile)
 
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Despite the water level in the lake being lower than we'd even seen it before, bird numbers weren't too bad. Several Lathan's snipe were still around, and a small group of 8-10 Black-fronted Dotterell were a highlight. A single Common Greenshank fed regulalry with 2-3 Black-winged Stilts...
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Go Birding Tours Saw a Latham's Snipe this evening at Blue Waters Lake in Ocean Grove. He did his best to pretend he wasn't there by freezing and not moving for several minutes. He was so close .... didn't have the camera to hand though. This is what he looks like http://www.barraimaging.com.au/gallery/displayimage.php?album=search&cat=0&pos=0
Photos on Geoff Jones, Barra Imaging website - birds of Australia and the world.

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Go Birding Tours Geelong Field Naturalists Club

Ever wondered what a “field naturalist” does? They appreciate the natural environment – birds, plants, mammals, biodiversity, conservation - and enjoy sharing their interest with others. They are learners and observers, and some are experts in their fields. The Geelong Field Naturalists participate in field trips to local areas of natural significance; run campouts, flora and fauna surveys, conservation projects, set up exhibits and much more. Check out their webste at

http://home.vicnet.net.au/~gfnc/

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Go Birding Tours A fantastic website with beautiful bird photos by a talented Australian photographer. http://www.peterfuller.com.au

May 19, 2008 at 4:01am · Report
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Go Birding Tours Check out this fantastic BBC video clip of the Superb Lyre Bird and its ability to mimic not just other birds, but noises of human activity as well. What an amazing bird.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjE0Kdfos4Y

April 10, 2008 at 6:35pm · Report