Wednesday, 6 February 2013

Tawny Frogmouth

Our buzz for the weekend was to spot this Tawny Frogmouth pretending to be part of the tree. Tawny Frogmouths are nocturnal. During the day, they perch on tree branches, often low down, camouflaged as part of the tree.








Posted by AlanS at 14:33
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  1. Joan Elizabeth6 February 2013 at 22:22

    It is so exciting to see owls because they don't let themselves be seen very often.

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    1. Vicki7 February 2013 at 15:04

      It certainly made our day? :D

      BTW, frogmouths aren't owls:

      "With their nocturnal habit and owl-like appearance, Tawny Frogmouths are often confused with owls, but are actually more closely related to the nightjars. Their feet are weak however, and lack the curved talons of owls." -- Australian Museum

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  2. Ann7 February 2013 at 12:39

    Wow. They are amazing birds. I've never seen one in the wild.

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    1. Vicki7 February 2013 at 15:07

      Thanks, Ann. We felt really privileged to see it.

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  3. Susan14 February 2013 at 22:41

    Good spotting - how easily it blends with its surroundings.
    Interesting facts about them as well.
    Love the gnarls and knots in the eucalypt !

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    1. Vicki17 February 2013 at 16:23

      Thanks, Susan. The only reason I saw it was I heard a sound and looked up. :)

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  4. James Robert Smith5 March 2013 at 05:10

    Great bird! We don't have those over here. We have Kingfishers which are similar, but not nearly so funny.

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  5. Tim Bawden30 June 2013 at 19:46

    Great series... love the yawn

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    1. AlanS1 July 2013 at 10:02

      Hard to find and rewarding when sighted. Thanks Tim

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