Tag: 2006


  • Green Pygmy Goose

    Nettapus pulchellus The Green Pygmy Goose is a small, surface-feeding duck found in northern Australia’s tropical freshwater wetlands. These tiny birds are characterized by their distinctive green backs, white cheek patches in males (duller in females), and finely scalloped underparts. They are primarily found in areas with abundant aquatic vegetation like water lilies, which provide their food…

  • Zebra Finch

    Taeniopygia castanotis The Zebra Finch has to be my first post here. It is my favorite bird since I used to keep them for many years. My interest in Zebra Finches were the original reason to go to Australia on my first trip and therefore they helped expose me to many other wonderful birds and…