Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Wild Bird Wednesday 635 - Dusky Moorhen

The Dusky Moorhen (Gallinula tenebrosa) is a common medium-sized, dark grey-black water bird with a white undertail. It has a red bill with a yellow tip and a red facial shield. The Dusky Moorhen is found from Indonesia through New Guinea to Australia. It is widespread in eastern and south-western Australia, ranging from eastern South Australia and into the southern corner of Western Australia.

This bird was feeding on the lawns of the Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.  I noticed it was picking and eating the daisies that flourish in the grass near the lakes.  It was all rather charming.






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11 comments:

  1. You really show the personality of that bird like I haven't seen it before. Nice work Stewart. Aloha

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  2. Hari OM
    Getting in its spring greens! Sweet shots. YAM xx

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  3. What a lovely observation! The Dusky Moorhen sounds like a fascinating bird, and it’s delightful to see it foraging for daisies in the Botanic Gardens. It's great that you captured this charming moment; it really highlights the beauty of nature in urban settings!

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  4. Great spotting of the Dusky Moorhen!

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  5. It’s a beauty and has good taste…

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  6. I believe I have met this bird before. Cute pictures Stewart.

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  7. "Please Don't Eat the Daisies." That was a book title. Maybe even a movie, I'm not sure.

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  8. We have seen Moorhens in Florida and other places, I think they are about the same. They do make a funny noise and are such a surprise when the red pops up in the marshes.

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  9. Good shots Stewart Thanks for hosting and commenting. Thought you might like the planes from Monday's post this week. Have a good week ahead

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  10. Ja też mam zaległości w odwiedzaniu blogów, też przytłoczyła mnie rzeczywistość, codzienność i praca. Piękne zdjęcia kokoszki!

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