Came across this flock of Caspian Terns while waiting for the ferry on Stradbroke Island. There was also a large flock of Pied Oystercatchers with them. As we got closer to the flock, Eastern Curlew and Bar-tailed Godwit flew off. We thought that maybe they have not long arrived back as they were not at this site two days before when we checked it out.
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Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia)
9 comments:
Great captures Neil! I especially like the first shot with all the Caspian Terns in different poses. It reminds me of people at a party!
Now you've given me the itch to drive down to Cairns to spot waders from the Esplanade!
Thanks Larry it was a bit warm on that day and I think they were trying to stay cool.
Thanks Snail it would be interesting to see what waders you can pick up from your end of Qld.
Interesting photos as I only see one or two Caspian Terns at a time here.
Yes Mick I was surprised to see that many as well.
Very nice photos of the Caspians, Neil. They are quite handsome birds!
They are beautiful to see in a large flock.Thanks Heather.
Must be tern season in Australia! Both you and Mick posting about them although about two different species.
Lovely photos!
Thanks Bob & Cynthia yes it is the start of tern season hope to join Mick soon for a Tern Count at Inskip Point.
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