I had thought that by now the little Magpie-larks would have been on the wing.
But, No.
I’ve ventured out each morning the past few days, and as only Melbourne can do, it has been freezing cold, windy, and on one morning, a thin sleet running on the wind.
Feel a bit self-indulgent about putting up another set of these little birds on nest and feeding.
However, as is so typical, I’ve grown rather fond of the fluffly little hyperactive feather balls. They seem to be fed about every 10-15 minutes and it’s not unsual for first one, and then the other parent to arrive to keep them filled up.
Today, as the nest is now, well, well overcrowded, one of them ventured out on to the branch. Mum came by and in scolding Muddie calles shoo’d it back into the nest. In the nest they are very accommodating of the other’s needs for a wing-stretch or a preen, and it’s not unual for one to bob down into the nest so the other one has room to flex the tiny wings. Hard to describe but heartwarming to watch.
Here is a couple of days of activity.
I’ve tried it as a gallery, so click on an image for a larger view and slide show.















Enjoy
Another wonderful series on these charming chicks, David. Lovely to see!
They will be out and about soon by the looks!
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Thanks David. Have to admit they are providing the entertainment and the best local photo op at present
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The weather might have been somewhat miserable for you at times, but your perseverance has paid off…! An awesome presentation thanks David…!!!
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Hi Lance. Funny old weather. I’m out in winter gear in the middle of summer. At least the birds seem ok
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Wellington’s weather has also been very fickle – and very, very wet…! And now the whole of the North Island is under Cyclone Warning as “Gabriel” begins to track down the East Coast… Hopefully, it will change course overnight!
Keep that camera handy – and hopefully your weather will improve as Autumn approaches!
Have a pleasant evening…!
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Fabulous photography David (which is what we’ve come to expect from you!). :-))
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Marvellous series David. Love the feeding shots. Beautiful examples of Muddies 😊
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Hello Ashley we don’t have to many close photo ops at the moment. These little dudes have been a real source of entertainment and I’ve learned quite a few things about Muddie activities. All good
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Hi Lance, yes, I’ve been watching the weather app all day, and it does look very ominious indeed.
Hope all are tucked up and secure.
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Very nice! Thanks David
Clancy
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Hi Clancy, glad you enjoyed them, it was a bit of fun while it lasted
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Back from a week away and trying to catch up! These are delightful images David. No doubt the whole family is on the wing by now.
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Hello Eleanor, yes, we’ve been out and a bout on family duties the past few days, should be back and settled soon.
The last time I checked the nest was empty, (not surprised), but try as I might, could not locate a Muddie large or small anywhere. They must have moved them well away.
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Have a great time with your family. Mine was a family thing too, my brother’s significant birthday.
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