The sun conure (Aratinga solstitialis), also known as the sun parakeet, is a medium-sized parrot with strikingly vibrant colours, native to northeastern South America. Adult males and females look alike, both featuring black beaks, mostly golden-yellow plumage, orange-tinted underparts and faces, and wings and tails tipped in green and blue.
During a recent trip to Yeppoon in Queensland, I had the pleasure of visiting Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s an incredible place if you’re looking for a hands-on experience with a wide variety of animals. I nearly missed spotting these two little birds, but I’m so glad I didn’t. The photos haven’t been colour-enhanced—these birds really are that bright and colourful in real life.
The Variegated Fairywren, a vibrant small bird, is a delightful sight at Mermaid Pool near Manly Dam. Males display striking blue and
The Olive-Backed Oriole is a stunning bird species that can be found in various parts of Australia. These birds are known for
I hired a boat on Lake Argyle in Western Australia recently, and along with the many fresh water crocodiles along the shores,
On a visit to Taronga Zoo here in Sydney, right at the entrance was this magnificent peacock with his massive tail feathers
With months of planning and waiting for freedom from lockdown, a trip to the Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo was booked and
The Australia Lorikeets are in great abundance on the east coast, even in the big cities and towns. They are cheeky as
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