Grey-tailed Tattler
We often go to Wellington Point for the kids (and us) to catch pokemon. When it’s low tide I take my camera. I’ve only done this twice, but both times I’ve gotten a new...
Category: Plovers and Shorebirds
Eastern Curlew
It’s a pity these are always against such an awful dull background! But I suppose that if they stand in the middle of vast open spaces it helps to blend in. Anyway, I’m sure...
Bar-tailed Godwit
A new one for me today! Another quite common bird around here which is “near threatened”, according to the IUCN Red List The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (also known as the IUCN...
Masked Lapwing
This is the same bird (or it’s partner – both birds take turns at sitting on the eggs) as in this photo.
Masked Lapwing
I always called these Lapwing Plovers, but apparently that’s not correct. Or not correct anymore. Or something. Anyway, they’re often found in pairs, fiercely defending their nest, which is actually just a small depression...
Red-Capped Plover
Red-Capped Plover in non-breeding plumage (or juvenile, or even one of each!). Really awful photo.
Eastern Curlew
I was amazed to discover that this bird is on the EPBC Act list as Critically Endangered. It doesn’t seem very uncommon around here. We must be very lucky.
Red-necked Stint
Another local bird that is listed as “near threatened” on the ICUN Red list Better images in this post.
Masked Lapwing
The chicks are gorgeous, and very curious, running all about the place, while their parents keep a careful eye and make sure they’re not getting too close to people.
