When it’s a bird!
When you’re travelling through the outback you see a lot of birds. Some are more easily seen than others. The most prolific bird seems to be the crow, scavenging from the ever present road kill. Another bird which captures attention is the Kite.
This majestic bird is truly a sight to see as it soars above the road and scrub. Often mistaken for an eagle, the Kite is a mid sized bird of prey.
I spent quite a bit of time parked on the roadside near fresh roadkill, tryng to get a photo of the Kites I’d seen there as I drove past. There were three Kites, soaring and weaving over a vast area. They were majestic to watch, but much more cautious about returning to feed than the crows were. I did however manage to get some shots.
I drove on to the rest area at the Barcoo River. There was a Kite there only too keen to show off, repeatedly circling the area and trilling in the trees.
How majestic are these birds!
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