Friendly kereru regularly visit the orchard
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Seen sitting here in one of the older plum trees, one of the local wood pidgin helps thin blossoms before flying heavily to the next tree.
Date
September 18, 2014
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Tui
Today I saw the first Tui as he flew lazily and dipped across the paddock, settling on the tip of a tall pine.
Over the next half an hour or so he explored the gully and I could hear his distinctive voice as he called out, seeking cousins.
I just hope he decides to take up residence and not just pass on through. There is plenty to keep him here, but no mates at present.
UPDATE
For the next week or so, 2 Tuis set up residence in our orchard and could be seen and heard playing noisily. At present (24 Aug) they seem to have gone again. We hope they return.
Over the next half an hour or so he explored the gully and I could hear his distinctive voice as he called out, seeking cousins.
I just hope he decides to take up residence and not just pass on through. There is plenty to keep him here, but no mates at present.
UPDATE
For the next week or so, 2 Tuis set up residence in our orchard and could be seen and heard playing noisily. At present (24 Aug) they seem to have gone again. We hope they return.
July 17, 2010
Bird Safety - The clown cat
Gibson had been catching an unfortunate number of birds over the winter months (as well as mice which we are greatfull for) so something had to be done.
He doesn't seem to mind his bright 'bird safety' collar.
He doesn't seem to mind his bright 'bird safety' collar.
August 04, 2010
Native Wood Pigeon / Kereru
The friendly wood pigeon visit the garden to climb awkwardly around the tree devouring buds, small fruit and taunting the cat.
August 22, 2017
Quail
While cutting wood the other day I uncovered a nest containing 14 quail eggs. These birds are common round here and apparently make good eating so I transfered the eggs under a clucky hen in the hopes she will hatch them out.
November 29, 2009
Baby Fantail
Known for its friendly 'cheet cheet' call and energetic flying antics, the aptly named fantail is one of the most common and widely distributed native birds on the New Zealand mainland.
It is easily recognised by its long tail which opens to a fan.
February 24, 2010