The Hooded Robin (Melanodryas cucullata) is a widespread, but never abundant, medium sized robin that is found over much of Australia.
This bird was feeding from a fence post in a protected area of vegetation in Alice Springs. In the guide books it is mentioned that this bird will often sit still on a lowish vantage point - and then 'pouncing to take food from the ground'.
And this is pretty much what this bird was doing!
This was the first bird I photographed during my recent trip to the Northern Territory - it was a great way to start an adventure!
This bird was feeding from a fence post in a protected area of vegetation in Alice Springs. In the guide books it is mentioned that this bird will often sit still on a lowish vantage point - and then 'pouncing to take food from the ground'.
And this is pretty much what this bird was doing!
This was the first bird I photographed during my recent trip to the Northern Territory - it was a great way to start an adventure!
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Not at all like our robins Stewart....
ReplyDeleteIt must be related to the European Robin as its plumage is not similar. Interesting foraging habits!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful creature! Great photos!
ReplyDeleteGreat little bird, Stewart. i am sure you were delighted to encounter it.
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteA wee corker of a bird!!! YAM xx
What fab photos!
ReplyDeleteIt's a very cute bird and your shots are great.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week!
A very pretty little bird!
ReplyDeleteClearly, a sweetie pie
ReplyDeletePretty in its Black nd White..It looks to be about the ame size as our American robin?? Maybe a tad smaller? Love the picture with its wings spread...Good shot..
ReplyDeleteWhat a dear!
ReplyDeleteI would never have guessed that was a robin, so different. Interesting post. Hope all is well. Probably now only be back in late November. Diane
ReplyDeleteI love his pose in the second image.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting.