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Paradise RiflebirdBy Trevor Andersen · · From Pic of the Week
Paradise Riflebird (Ptiloris paradiseus)
Riflebirds are found in rainforests of eastern Australia and Papua New Guinea
The few published studies on the diet of riflebirds indicate that riflebirds are predominantly insectivorous but will take fruit and seeds when available.
Riflebirds are mostly arboreal with a preference for lower strata but will forage on or close to the ground. They climb up and down tree trunks and hop along horizontal branches searching for insects and their larvae, which they extract from under the bark, in crevices and in epiphytes using their sickle-like bills.
Like most other birds of paradise, riflebirds are polygynous, with promiscuous males displaying to and mating with several different females.Birds of paradise are well known for their elaborate courtship displays in the canopy of the rainforest. Unlike some however, male riflebirds display alone and have been seen during the breeding season defending their display sites. Paradise are difficult subjects to photograph due to their black plumage and low ambient light in the rainforest.
Female riflebirds are solely responsible for nest construction, incubation and feeding nestlings. Little is known about the incubation and nestling of Paradise, Magnificent, and Growling riflebirds. Snake skins are often used to decorate the nest by the female. The use of snake skins at her nest site may ward off predators from her vulnerable clutch.
Published 3 hours ago. Border Ranges NSW 2474
10-10-2018, 12:23 AM
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Superb Parrots of GrenfellBy Richard Snashall · · From Pic of the Week
Mikla Lewis & Wayne Lavers property at Grenfell in NSW is a stunning example of conservation and agriculture working together.
Over many years they have planted tree species, including many wattles, that have benefited the local birds, animals as well as their livestock. Mikla and Wayne have also sought to preserve large older trees to ensure that birds and animals have essential nesting hollows.
NSW Government threatened species expert Damon Oliver paid a visit to Mikla and Wayne's, with his educational travel companion "Polly".
However Damon was delighted to see live Superb Parrots enjoying the environment that Mikla and Wayne have created.
The NSW Government has given $400 thousand in funding to the Saving our Species program to ensure that the Superb Parrot benefits and survives on properties such as this one.
Landholders in the NSW Central West can access these funds through local Landcare groups to undertake valuable conservation work on their properties.
Search Saving Our Superb Parrot Project NSW or email Mary Bonet at goulburnyass@lachlandcare.org.au to find out more
Published 23 hours ago. Grenfell NSW 2810
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Divers entering the amazing Kilsby SinkholeBy trosenthal636 · · From Pic of the Week
Divers entering the amazing Kilsby Sinkhole...
Located in the middle of a paddock 10 minutes
from Mount Gambier. The sink hole has been used
by Cave Divers and the SA Police divers for training
purposes for many years. The sinkhole has a rich
history well worth researching. Thank you to
Graham Kilsby for showing me around and passing
on the history of their families natural wonder.
Note: that's a swarm of bees top right .
Published an hour ago. Mount Gambier SA 5290
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What a morning on the Glenelg RiverBy Sue carrison · · From Pic of the Week
Always something to see, to catch or just simply to enjoy. Nature at it’s best at our little seaside town with the majestic and unspoilt Glenelg River making its way out to the ocean. From kingfishers to platypus, mulloway to bream where else would you want to be.
Published an hour ago. Nelson VIC 3292
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Mellow YellowBy getoutdoorsaustralia · · From Pic of the Week
The last hour before sunset, known as golden hour is a brilliant time for photographers. I don't generally try to make an appearance in my photos but this spot was just too good not to. Sitting on top of a mountain watching a glorious sunset over fields of canola, not a care in the world even if just for a brief moment!
Published 22 hours ago. Ballarat Central VIC 3350
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Lilly ReflectionsBy IamDingo · · From Pic of the Week
The Victoria amazonica waterlily opens white on the first evening and attracts beetles. The flower closes and traps the beetles inside so pollen is transferred for fertilisation. The flower reopens the following evening to allow the beetle to move on and repeat the process. Flowers only last about 48 hours.
Published an hour ago. Adelaide SA 5000
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