observing birds

The rains have broken the drought.  Crested pigeons and Noisy Miners share a drink at the lilypot while the other birds and animals enjoy the fresh grass, new shoots and a greeener summer.

The pictures tell a better story.

Gum trees have plenty of nooks for our galahs and lorikeet neighbours.

Reader Muriel sent us this story of her Maggie friends.  

This is Maggie Magpie sitting on the big plant pot being hand fed.

7 Oct 08

Reader Lynell sent us more news about her friends Mummy and Daddy Maggie:

To read about the earlier events (part 1) click here

16 March 08

Today I have some very sad news. My lovely Daddy Maggie died this morning & his wife Mummy Maggie is now being attacked by 6 other magpies who are trying to take over her territory.

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