Gallinago hardwickii

7 Latham's Snipe at Fyshwick, ACT

Gallinago hardwickii at Fyshwick, ACT - 13 Jan 2022
Gallinago hardwickii at Fyshwick, ACT - 13 Jan 2022
Gallinago hardwickii at Fyshwick, ACT - 13 Jan 2022
Gallinago hardwickii at Fyshwick, ACT - 13 Jan 2022
Gallinago hardwickii at Fyshwick, ACT - 13 Jan 2022
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Gallinago hardwickii 14 Jan 2022 Liam.m
Gallinago hardwickii 14 Jan 2022 RodDeb

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Significant sighting

15 Jan 2022

Very high count for the ACT of this threatened migratory species

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disturbed when a White-necked Heron landed in the grassy area in the distance opposite Cygnus hide a large flock flew up about half stayed low to the grass while the other half circled up higher then landed back in the grassy area. Last pic shows the White-faced Heron landing with a Latham's Snipe flying up nearby.

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natureguy wrote:
   14 Jan 2022
Great observation, and an exceptionally high count.
RodDeb wrote:
   14 Jan 2022
Thanks we were very happy that the White-necked Heron decided to land there, now we know another spot they like to hide. They have been so hard to see this season because of how much water there is and how long the grass is everywhere, so it was nice to know they really are out there :)
natureguy wrote:
   14 Jan 2022
Yes, prior to this most records this season have been one or two birds, mostly flushed, since the water level is so high. It's not really that surprising that they would still be there, but just more hidden and difficult to see than usual.

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