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Finches at Middle Path
Firetail Finches or Red-browed Finches ~ Neochimia temporalis |
The feeder is usually a social gathering point for Firetail Finches
as the flock works its way along the daily itinerary. |
Firetail Finches |
| During feeding some birds are always scanning for threats between beakfulls |
Firetail Finches |
Fairly strict pecking orders are loosely enforced
although sometimes one bird will try to insist on sole occupancy |
Next stop is the bird barth at the front for a mid-morning dip and drink |
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Firetails bathing |
Firetails bathing |
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Sometimes you've just gotta get down to get dirt-free |
A vigorous splashing and flapping makes for one of Nature's more delicate water displays. |
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Firetails bathing |
Another small bird which seems to be a seasonal visitor is the Chestnut breasted Mannikin - Lonchura Castaneothorax - they show no concern at sharing the feeders with the locals. |
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Chestnut breasted Mannikin |
Chestnut breasted Mannikin |
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As usual with newcomers there is a period of keen interest in the camera. |
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Continue your exploration of wildlife at Middle Path......
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