This is a photo I took a while back of Barn Owl - Tyto alba - they are relatively common and are found around the world. They are also known as Ghost Owls in some parts - I can understand this - with their white and lightly coloured feathers and their silent flight. They have... Continue Reading →
On Friday we visited Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. If anyone is visiting the Gold Coast/Brisbane/Northern NSW area it is well worth a visit. The staff are really friendly and helpful and it is a great opportunity to see Australian wildlife up close. We have now become Green Guardians. Often we will do the Behind the Scenes... Continue Reading →
Some photos I took today whilst visiting a local wildlife carer who is currently looking after this baby tawny frogmouth. it was afternoon and it was wide awake looking forward to a feed! Gorgeous birds!!
A few days ago I photographed these Baldy Pigeons (they are also known as White-Headed pigeons) over on the Clarence River near Grafton in northern NSW. These three had come in close to a birdbath to have their afternoon drink and were lined up on a trellis. They usually are only seen around this area... Continue Reading →
Just a post-script to the previous post...the view from the other side - I'm sure our little kitten is looking just as intently as these 5 cats...black with wide yellow eyes... more animals">
My middle son wanted a cat - for a long time we resisted as I was concerned for the native birds/animals. But somehow we got talked around - as long as it was an indoor cat with a bell. She is quite a little 'miss', likes things her own way and 'tells' you so with... Continue Reading →
Wildflowerings - Art Studio Diary 