Comments for Wild Wings & Swampy Things

Comment on Keeping a low profile by Barbara

Barbara — Tue, 22 May 2012 05:11:18 +0000

That’s a good positive attitude Denis – they are so vulnerable, its a wonder any of them survive to adulthood.

Comment on Keeping a low profile by Denis Wilson

Denis Wilson — Sun, 20 May 2012 12:35:16 +0000

Looking forward to good news in a few weeks.
Denis

Comment on Living in harmony by Barbara

Barbara — Mon, 07 May 2012 11:04:19 +0000

Hi Denis, your Rufous Fantails are enjoying their tropical holiday immensely! There is one particular bird which regularly has a late afternoon splash – well actually several splashes interspersed with frequent calling – in the shallow bird bath favoured by the wrens. We have a variety of bathing dishes and bowls clustered together as it is interesting to note the preferences.

Comment on Living in harmony by Barbara

Barbara — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:46:27 +0000

Thanks Mick, we were pleased to see good numbers of a variety of birds although disappointed we couldn’t add any kingfishers as we do see them frequently. Re the dingoes – we know they prey on small or weak animals and they most certainly eat carrion. I looked carefully at a fresh scat the other day and there was some bright orange material that could have been fungi or fruit but I couldn’t confirm it. This DERM page has some information you might find interesting. http://www.derm.qld.gov.au/wildlife-ecosystems/wildlife/living_with_wildlife/dingoes/index.html The number of dingoes in our area will ultimately be controlled by the available food (or the farmers). As a general rule large predators indicate a healthy ecosystem and generate diversity by preying on mid-range predators such as cats.

Comment on Living in harmony by Denis Wilson

Denis Wilson — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:45:48 +0000

Hi Barbara.
Please look after my Rufous Fantails until it is time for them to come back here to breed!
Your Lovely Wrens are stunning.”
The female puts our brown birds to shame.
Denis

Comment on Living in harmony by Mick

Mick — Sun, 06 May 2012 20:56:45 +0000

You saw a very impressive list of birds on your walk – you certainly have a bird friendly environment. I know very little about dingoes so hope these questions are not foolish what would they be eating on your property? Do they take birds? Would they be upsetting the balance that you presently have there? Is three animals a lot for your place – although I guess they would roam elsewhere as well.

Comment on Forest Kingfisher by Gillian

Gillian — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:46:09 +0000

great story. He looks very happy now.

Comment on Forest Kingfisher by Denis Wilson

Denis Wilson — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:50:27 +0000

Indeed a Happy Ending.
I have never been so lucky.
Most concussed birds I have necountered h\ave never recovered.
Beautiful bird.
Well Done.
Denis

Comment on Distractions by Barbara

Barbara — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:29:45 +0000

Thanks Denis, good on you.

Comment on Distractions by Denis Wilson

Denis Wilson — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:14:42 +0000

Now following your Cassowary Facebook Page.
Denis