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Australian Bustard

Ardeotis australis

Photo by Liana
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Field Notes

Description:

"The Australian Bustard is one of Australia's largest birds. It is a mainly grey-brown bird, speckled with dark markings, with a pale neck and black crown, with a slight crest and a white eye-brow. There are bold black and white markings on the wing. The female is slightly smaller than the male." (Birdlife Australia)

Habitat:

Wandering sedately around the tall grass near the Tulki Beach Campsite, Cape Range National Park.

Notes:

Reference: The Michael Morcombe eGuide to Australian Birds, Mobile App.

Further reference: http://birdlife.org.au/bird-profile/australian-bustard

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Australian bustard

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Comments (2)
Liana
Thank you Vinny! Ha ha If I had known this I would have been more than happy to look silly to see what would happen! If an opportunity ever presents itself again, I will :D Liana
Vinny
Great shots! I was told by a ranger in kakadu that they are very curious birds and you can bring them in very close by lying on your back and waving your arms and legs in the air. Not sure if its true or a good way to make someone look silly ;)

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