Cool, thank you.. It's lovely to see this as we have many common species and I need to be reminded of their calls as I used to know many before Bell Miner scared many of us species away.. Some species are coming back now :D
Hello Rob! My husband and I will be visiting from the U.S. We are really enjoying your videos while trying to become familiar with the birds we will be seeing. You do a great job with pictures & commentary!!
Glad you both find them helpful. You'll be in for a birding treat visiting Australia (IMO Brisbane is the best city to visit, but I'm biased). Have a great time 😊
I hear a whip bird in there. My family and I lived in Springbrook SEQ for many years, we had whipbirds galore and huge variety of birdlife with their gorgeous calls as our property butted onto World Heritage Park. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. New sub here
Thanks for the comment. My parent's live in Gold Coast hinterland, so as kids we used to visit Springbrook regularly (before all the road closures). Such a beautiful place.
Thank you for another great video. Greetings from Jomfruland Bird Observatory in Norway. We are quiet happy today, with springmigration started and 75 species observed. I hope you keep on doing these great videos. Love them.
Hello from Oz! I hope to visit Norway some time. Spring migration and 75 in one day, so exciting 😁 Enjoy. I'm in the process of putting together the next video. Should be out in a few weeks.
Hi Rob, great channel, thank you for sharing your amazing work. I am a fan of all types cockatoos and Australian parrots. Pity you don’t spot the YTBC that could be heard. Have you spotted many glossy black? Regards Ben Have you
Welcome to the channel 😊 I have plenty of photos of YTBC but no video yet. They are not overly rare but they tend not to call much when eating so it's hard to get a decent view. I see Glossy Blacks regularly at Hinterland Regional Park on the Gold Coast and Mt Tambourine. They are beautiful, I just hope that researchers find out more info on their very particular food preferences so we can support protection of their habitat. My dream is to see Palm Cockatoo up in Cape York one day. Thanks for the comment
Good question. My nemesis birds are the Square-tailed Kite and Ground Cuckooshrike (of which, I've heard but never seen). Both are not rare but always seem to disappear or move on before I get a satisfying look. Three birds I particularly want to see are the Yellow-rumped Mannikin, Hooded Parrot and Purple-crowned Fairywren, I missed them last time I visited the NT. And I haven't been on a trip to Northern QLD (Cape York) yet, so there's a bunch of species up there to see. The main one being the Palm Cockatoo. Are there any species you are chasing?
Thank you for that detailed response. I hope you put eyes, and ears, on these birds soon. I live in Central Florida so there are a number of northern birds that only pass through here on migration I really want to see for the first time, like the cerulean warbler. But there are many American birds I'll have to go north and West to see, like the Connecticut and Mourning warbler, evening grosbeak, pygmy nuthatch, and American dipper. That's not to mention the hummingbirds and owls. Us birders, our lists are long :).
My America list is very tiny at the moment as I've only been to Alaska and Hawaii. America birding is hard! So many LBJs. And all the calls are unknown to me, so it's like birding on a different planet! Good luck with your targets. I ticked off one nemesis in the video coming towards the end of the month 😁
@@birdwalkz the paddock nearest the golf course. Had a dance with a brown snake there! But it depends on the weather. Did you see the black neck stork?
Ah... I forgot to ask you.. We have a beautiful silvery-tinkling sound that a small bird makes from what sounds like high up in trees.. it is a descending call, with rapid notes almost falling down like a cascade.. I used to know it from a bird call tape I owned (Bird Calls of Lamington National park, I think) but it is on a cassette 🙃 Any ideas please.. It's very common where we are, in dry-subtropical rainforest/wet sclerophyll ecotone in foothills of BRNP. Thank you.
You should of kept walking along the track behind the houses as there's lots of birds there along the creek, it goes for kilometres crossing over the creek in several areas
That's great. Our meetup group actually went here this morning and we got good views of the White-headed Pigeon at the start of the track you mentioned. Will definitely check it out further next time. Thank you 🙂
Really enjoyed that. I’m very much into bird photography but you have grabbed my attention with your video technique. Any chance you could share some info about what gear you use? Thanks again. Wayne
Thank you. I use a Nikon P950, as DSLR/Mirrorless are much too heavy to be lugging around. I'm still refining my audio equipment rig. Message me on Facebook and we can discuss in detail :-)
G’day Rob Thanks for your videos For the last few years from around November to March in the thicker parts near the top of Burleigh Headland there is a call that is driving me nuts When I stop to see where it’s coming from it stops The call is a distinct kuk kuk kuk Any ideas as when they are around I hear it almost daily and have not yet been able to spot it
Hi Paul, it's always hard to ID a bird call by text. Could it be a Tawny Grassbird? Next time you hear it, record it on your phone and send it to me via Facebook messenger and let's solve the mystery :-)
Hi, I use a Nikon P950. It provides a long enough range to get the bird in view and is much lighter and cheaper than an SLR or mirrorless (though these have better quality). If you are after a cheaper or starter camera, for capturing birds you'll want one with at least x10 zoom and with a viewfinder. Otherwise it's just too hard to capture the birds.
Hi Rob, have wanted to create something similar to your 'virtual bird-walks' for years but you have definitely come up with some innovative and great new media, well-done. What equipment do you use for the capture and editing? I'm particularly impressed by the audio, it really-works. If you find yourself in the Dayboro area, get in touch, would love to discuss the technology (...and birding 😉) with you. Tom
Thank you for show us the corridor. I will add it to my list to visit
Lovely to see all those wrens, and so many bird calls, thank you.
From the UK, keep up with the videos, it's great to see the Australian birds again, been down there 6 times and always enjoyed the birdwatching.
Awww I wasn't prepared for the happy furry faces at the end! It's the icing on the cake :)
Neither was I. I went around for a second visit on the way back 😊
@@birdwalkz I would too!
Nice one again Rob keep them coming thanks
Thanks mate cool
Cool, thank you.. It's lovely to see this as we have many common species and I need to be reminded of their calls as I used to know many before Bell Miner scared many of us species away.. Some species are coming back now :D
Hello Rob! My husband and I will be visiting from the U.S. We are really enjoying your videos while trying to become familiar with the birds we will be seeing. You do a great job with pictures & commentary!!
Glad you both find them helpful. You'll be in for a birding treat visiting Australia (IMO Brisbane is the best city to visit, but I'm biased). Have a great time 😊
Thank you for this brilliantly informative video, Rob. Yet another of your recommendations to add to our birding list!
Thank you for this very educational video, it was like being at Samford with you :)
Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching 😀
Just discovered this channel, such a wide variety of bird life close to the city. We really are lucky in Australia.
Whip bird has got to be one of the best sounds when you're off the beaten track
Agreed. That and the Pied Currawong cake provide rainforest vibes 👍
I hear a whip bird in there. My family and I lived in Springbrook SEQ for many years, we had whipbirds galore and huge variety of birdlife with their gorgeous calls as our property butted onto World Heritage Park. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. New sub here
Thanks for the comment. My parent's live in Gold Coast hinterland, so as kids we used to visit Springbrook regularly (before all the road closures). Such a beautiful place.
Another excellent upload, thank you for sharing.
Thank you. Love your videos, bilbies and quolls are so cute!
Very good spotting and information Rob. You know your birds. Beautiful country. Keep enjoying mate. Go well and Thanks
Thank you for the feedback 🙂 Have a great weekend
Thank you for another great video. Greetings from Jomfruland Bird Observatory in Norway.
We are quiet happy today, with springmigration started and 75 species observed.
I hope you keep on doing these great videos. Love them.
Hello from Oz! I hope to visit Norway some time. Spring migration and 75 in one day, so exciting 😁 Enjoy.
I'm in the process of putting together the next video. Should be out in a few weeks.
Your videos are so helpful and inspiring, looking forward to see more of them!
Glad you like them! Thank you for the feedback ☺️
An excellent video and you certainly have great observation skills. Your walk and talk is both engaging and informative. Keep them coming.
Thank you kindly! Have a wonderful day 😊
Feels like the birds are paid actors all eager to make their appearances wherever he goes lol
I'm flying in to brisbane this evening and just starting to search for place to bird while in town...thanks for this!
Welcome to Brisbane. You're spoiled for choice here. Don't forget to check out Oxley Creek Common 🙂 Have a great time
Hi Rob, great channel, thank you for sharing your amazing work.
I am a fan of all types cockatoos and Australian parrots. Pity you don’t spot the YTBC that could be heard. Have you spotted many glossy black?
Regards
Ben
Have you
Welcome to the channel 😊 I have plenty of photos of YTBC but no video yet. They are not overly rare but they tend not to call much when eating so it's hard to get a decent view.
I see Glossy Blacks regularly at Hinterland Regional Park on the Gold Coast and Mt Tambourine. They are beautiful, I just hope that researchers find out more info on their very particular food preferences so we can support protection of their habitat.
My dream is to see Palm Cockatoo up in Cape York one day.
Thanks for the comment
Great vid, very enjoyable watching what birds can be found outside my state of nsw 😊
Really great video!
Glad you liked it! Stay tuned for more 🙂
I love these videos Rob ❤
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching.
+1 😀
❤gr8 knowledge mate❤
Have been to Enogerra Reservoir? A good spot
A few times. I've done the circuit but haven't had much luck there. Which sections do you recommend?
Another great video.
Do you have any nemesis Australian birds? And what are the Aussie birds you really want to see that you haven't seen yet?
Good question. My nemesis birds are the Square-tailed Kite and Ground Cuckooshrike (of which, I've heard but never seen). Both are not rare but always seem to disappear or move on before I get a satisfying look.
Three birds I particularly want to see are the Yellow-rumped Mannikin, Hooded Parrot and Purple-crowned Fairywren, I missed them last time I visited the NT. And I haven't been on a trip to Northern QLD (Cape York) yet, so there's a bunch of species up there to see. The main one being the Palm Cockatoo.
Are there any species you are chasing?
Thank you for that detailed response. I hope you put eyes, and ears, on these birds soon.
I live in Central Florida so there are a number of northern birds that only pass through here on migration I really want to see for the first time, like the cerulean warbler. But there are many American birds I'll have to go north and West to see, like the Connecticut and Mourning warbler, evening grosbeak, pygmy nuthatch, and American dipper. That's not to mention the hummingbirds and owls. Us birders, our lists are long :).
My America list is very tiny at the moment as I've only been to Alaska and Hawaii. America birding is hard! So many LBJs. And all the calls are unknown to me, so it's like birding on a different planet! Good luck with your targets. I ticked off one nemesis in the video coming towards the end of the month 😁
Have you been to Finland Road Bli Bli - Sunshine Coast? You would love it. Birders often get 50 -60 species in 3 or 4 hours.
A couple of times. It's great. I saw my first Australian Hobby there 🙂 Which section of the road do you find the most productive?
@@birdwalkz the paddock nearest the golf course. Had a dance with a brown snake there! But it depends on the weather. Did you see the black neck stork?
I missed the Black-necked Stork. I'm determined for my next visit :-)
Ah... I forgot to ask you.. We have a beautiful silvery-tinkling sound that a small bird makes from what sounds like high up in trees.. it is a descending call, with rapid notes almost falling down like a cascade.. I used to know it from a bird call tape I owned (Bird Calls of Lamington National park, I think) but it is on a cassette 🙃 Any ideas please.. It's very common where we are, in dry-subtropical rainforest/wet sclerophyll ecotone in foothills of BRNP. Thank you.
Hmm, it sounds like a White-throated Greygone ebird.org/species/whtger1?siteLanguage=en_AU
You should of kept walking along the track behind the houses as there's lots of birds there along the creek, it goes for kilometres crossing over the creek in several areas
That's great. Our meetup group actually went here this morning and we got good views of the White-headed Pigeon at the start of the track you mentioned. Will definitely check it out further next time. Thank you 🙂
Really enjoyed that. I’m very much into bird photography but you have grabbed my attention with your video technique. Any chance you could share some info about what gear you use? Thanks again. Wayne
Thank you. I use a Nikon P950, as DSLR/Mirrorless are much too heavy to be lugging around. I'm still refining my audio equipment rig. Message me on Facebook and we can discuss in detail :-)
G’day Rob Thanks for your videos For the last few years from around November to March in the thicker parts near the top of Burleigh Headland there is a call that is driving me nuts When I stop to see where it’s coming from it stops The call is a distinct kuk kuk kuk Any ideas as when they are around I hear it almost daily and have not yet been able to spot it
Hi Paul, it's always hard to ID a bird call by text. Could it be a Tawny Grassbird? Next time you hear it, record it on your phone and send it to me via Facebook messenger and let's solve the mystery :-)
@@birdwalkz Thanks for your reply Rob I will be waiting with baited breath till October/November when whatever they are visit again
Are there maps of the area you walked? Thanks love the video!
Good idea 🙂 I've added a link to a rough map to each walk in the video description.
Hey Rob ... camera do you use ... what do you suggest for a starter bird camera ?
Hi, I use a Nikon P950. It provides a long enough range to get the bird in view and is much lighter and cheaper than an SLR or mirrorless (though these have better quality).
If you are after a cheaper or starter camera, for capturing birds you'll want one with at least x10 zoom and with a viewfinder. Otherwise it's just too hard to capture the birds.
Hi Rob, have wanted to create something similar to your 'virtual bird-walks' for years but you have definitely come up with some innovative and great new media, well-done. What equipment do you use for the capture and editing? I'm particularly impressed by the audio, it really-works. If you find yourself in the Dayboro area, get in touch, would love to discuss the technology (...and birding 😉) with you. Tom
Glad you liked it. I'll DM you the details on FB.
Whip bird