More fairy tails



colorful variegated fairy wren on branch


This variegated male fairy wren is so colorful sometimes I can't sort out the parts. He has a black bill pointing downward to about 8:00 (for those of you old enough to look at clock faces), a blue cap and a large white patch around his eye. Chestnut on his wing and the classic tail stuck up in the air. When we see that tail, we assume it is a fairy wren!

We are seeing the variegated ones more often than in the past.  The glowing superb fairy wrens (below) are easier to find. To me, these little males look like they are perpetually scowling.

small blue bird on ground

They move quickly so catching one and getting it in focus is a constant challenge. Not again the upright tail.

The females are often bolder but much less colorful. This one had a need to sing!
tiny bird with beak open tail up

These little birds are usually in old branch piles and on the ground. They twitter away but don't always show themselves. Right now, there is a little more attention on other wrens rather than on humans. This superb fairy wren was upset at another male that dared to come close. Small but feeling mighty!
back view of small blue bird
Bye bye birdie!
small blue bird flying away

We had a great walk along the path up to Jabarrah point (middle outcropping) Saturday night and saw several whales. One was having fun, with tail spins, back flips etc. 

map of lower New South Wales coast

I call this one the windmill. I don't think that is an official term, though. 
whale spinning in water

Darkness falls fast! We also had to race the incoming tide in order to keep our feet dry.
view of point with houses and moon over it


Hope you all get a chance to take a walk and enjoy the nature around you! 




Comments

  1. TehillaHelmanSeptember 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM

    Wow! Looks like an amazing place to retire! What incredible wildlife

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    1. Malone and MadillSeptember 8, 2025 at 9:50 PM

      totally is! thanks for commenting. It makes it feel less like a diary!

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