Family protection detail
Two pairs of Wood ducks, Chenonetta jubata, have made it with their new families to the lake in the Reserve. They typically face roads, speeding cars, and family dogs on […]
Two pairs of Wood ducks, Chenonetta jubata, have made it with their new families to the lake in the Reserve. They typically face roads, speeding cars, and family dogs on […]
Grey fantail babies have left the nest
Superb fairy-wrens are small, common and delightful denizens of the Reserve. Often heard before they are seen, they are well-named, flitting, hopping, darting and fairy-like in the foliage seeking insects.
Seen flitting around the reservoir, the Azure Kingfisher is a welcome shot of colour on these hot summer days
The small sedges are a graceful part of the lower storey
The turn in the weather has brought out families visiting the Reserve. Sometimes, they’re lucky to see a duck family, as in today.
They move very quickly…
The nectar of the flowering leptospermum attracts a rich variety of insects
Last week the local ants began flying, as new queens left their nests.
Local Leo Z captured this duck family’s journey down to the reservoir