Monthly Archives: October 2020

Oatley Park Visit – 7 October 2020

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Dave Noble

It had been a while since I had visited Oatley Park. I thought it would be nice to see what birds and wildflowers were out. My is it was cut short a bit by showers, but I did find some … Continue reading →

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Birds at Emu Green – 6 October 2020

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Dave Noble

This was another great day spent photographing birds at Emu Green at Emu Plains. On the walk up from the station, I looked out at the Whistling Kite nest. I could see one  perched near the nest.

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Malabar Headland – 5 October 2020

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Dave Noble

This visit to Malabar Headland was to again check on the status of the Peregrine Falcons. I also had another reason for the visit. A very hot day was forecast, so I though a long bishwalk would not be the … Continue reading →

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Birds at Sydney Olympic Park – 4 October 2020

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Dave Noble

I spent most two the day at Sydney Olympic Park photographing birds. I started off at the Mason Park Wetlands, then headed into Bicentennial Park and first went to Lake Belvedere, then the Bennelong Ponds. Next the Waterbird Refuge. Next, … Continue reading →

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Raptors on the Northern Beaches – 2 October 2020

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Dave Noble

I spent a full day visiting three sites on the Northern Beaches where I mainly photographed raptors. At the first site, a Peregrine Falcon was guarding the nest area. I could see one chick that looked like it was either … Continue reading →

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Boorowa Township Visit – 30 September 2020

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Dave Noble

On the trip to Boorowa, Digi Dave and myself, made a trip into the nearby township to visit the Superb Bakery and Lollyshop, and also to look for Superb Parrots. Roger said he often sees them at the property (as … Continue reading →

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Some Time at Boorowa 28 September – 1 October 2020

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Dave Noble

My friend Roger, had invited Digi Dave and myself to visit a property he owns with his wife near Boorowa. Roger planned to be there at the time and this would give us a good opportunity to experience the area. … Continue reading →

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Birds at Pejar Dam – 28 September 2020

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Dave Noble

I was heading to Boorawa with Digi Dave for a stay at a friend’s property. Digi Dave suggested driving down via Crookwell as this would allow us to visit Pejar Dam. This sounded like a good idea. It was. There … Continue reading →

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Looking at Unusual Orchids – 27 September 2020

Posted on October 5, 2020 by Dave Noble

Back in August, I had been invited to see some rarely seen and very unusual orchids growing at a location in the Lane Cove Valley. Back then the orchids were only buds. I was recently invited back to see them … Continue reading →

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Greenway Bird Survey – 26 September 2020

Posted on October 3, 2020 by Dave Noble

More local birds – this time with the Inner West Environment Group for their monthly bird survey of the Greenway near Waratah Mills light rail station. I think the highlight of this month’s survey was spotting a Leaden Flycatcher. See … Continue reading →

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