Things are moving the right direction here at last, with far fewer restrictions in place, and travel beyond our local neighbourhood possible at last. That being said, I did stay local this weekend - I'll let my poor old brain readjust to the new normal for a while yet I think.
I went to a local wetland area called Bolin Bolin Billabong, which is one of the few wetlands in the Melbourne area where the geomorphology has not been changed since European settlement. It not a wilderness by any stretch of the imagination - with invasive weeds and fish present - but it was an interesting place to explore.
In general the wetlands were not busy from a bird point of view - I probably saw more carp in the billabong than birds - but I did get some excellent views of Red-rumped Parrots (Psephotus haematonotus) on some of the sports fields that are in the area. This is common parrot in my area, and sports fields are often the best places to find them - especially the 'weedy' edges where grass runs to seed and some flowers can be found.
As ever, to join in with WBW click on the link below. SM
I remember it well! And a very beautiful parrot it is too. I hope that your lockdowns continue to become ever more unlocked!
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ReplyDeleteA little gem found in the slurry... as it were. Sorry to hear the carp have reached your area. Glad life less restricted, though I do applaud the 're enter slowly' approach! YAM xx
What a pretty bird and great photos. Glad to hear that you are having less restrictions. We still have to wear masks everywhere but no serious lockdown at present. Cheers Diane
ReplyDeleteA lovely looking bird. Glad to hear you will be able to travel further afield at last.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your restrictions are easing. A lovely Parrot and I could just make out the red rump in the last shot Stewart. Thanks for hosting, take care and have a good week ahead
ReplyDeleteYou kept me in suspense...I kept looking for its red rump..got a glimpse..I love parrots..great shots..wonderful color..I don't think I have any birdies to share....just dogs, cats and pumpkins...Enjoy the rest of your week..
ReplyDeleteThe variety of parrots is astounding.
ReplyDeleteI adore the colorful birds you share, S. Today I surprise with a seeming parrot (actually a large species of parakeet I'm told) that is colonizing Honolulu adding a flash of color and squawks)
ReplyDeleteThat species sure blends in with the grass. Pretty bird.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of beautiful birds!
ReplyDeleteAnother in a long line of gorgeous birds in your world, Stewart. Talk of lifting all restrictions here has a lot of us worried. Good luck with it!
ReplyDeleteI know you and your family will be smart about lifting restrictions...just as smart as you are about everything else!! BTW, I love these guys...jp
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy things are looking up for you guys.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors. It's a species I've never seen before.
ReplyDeleteSo colorful... I'm impressed!
ReplyDeleteHello Stewart,:=) At last I have managed to get through. I don't know why I couldn't before, but I'm happy to join your party and see your wonderful Australian birds The Red Rumped Parrot is so very beautiful, with my favourite colours, blues greens and yellow. You kept us waiting to see that little red patch of red, but even without it it's a beauty.
ReplyDeleteIt's good news that you have less restrictions, but caution is always best.
Take care.