This productive nesting tree hollow at suburban Blackburn Lake Sanctuary has been closely watched. It is only 2.5 metres off the ground alongside one of the broad, well-tended walking trails. I imagine it has been home to many hatchlings including the young of this rainbow lorikeet.
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| Rainbow lorikeet (Trichoglossus heamatodus) 22 January 2012 |
Now it is no more, or at least has been redeveloped! This is the hollow I had been watching for evidence of Sacred kingfisher breeding. I hope I was barking up the wrong tree!
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| The same hollow (lower central), 8 May 2012 |
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| I am curious to know what this black substance might be |
On a separate note, those familiar with the sanctuary may be interested to know that a small section (about 5% would be my estimate) has had a fuel reduction burn this autumn.
I hope you get to show us some Sacred Kingfishers soon and give good news about them breeding!
ReplyDeleteLove the first pic! Well done!
Cheers Pete!