These pictures were taken on Stewart Island, and on the predator-free sanctuary island of Tiritiri Matangi, which is an hours boat ride from central Auckland. (If you ever visit NZ, I can recommend a trip to Tiritiri Matangi.)
This species often feeds low down in trees or on the ground. The bird on the ground in these pictures was feeding on a bank by the side of a path, so we had excellent views.
These birds are between 25-28 cm long and weigh no more than 80 grams.
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Thank You Stewart. Aloha
ReplyDeleteSuper pictures of a very colorful bird..I had Parakeets when I was little..They used to pick at the wallpaper..My Mother was not happy..I'm not sure if you celebrate Thanksgiving..If so...Enjoy!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful bird capture
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ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty wee Polly! YAM xx
beautiful head.... colorful...... perfect shots.
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HE has his red hat on!! Lovely shots Stewart Thanks for hosting and commenting.
ReplyDeleteYou took some great shots on the ground and above in the tree. Another beauty.
ReplyDeleteDo you hear that drip? Don’t bother checking your faucet, it’s the just steady beat of my drool.
ReplyDeletePretty bird!
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