Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Nankeen night heron will eat goldfish

This photo was sent to me of a beautiful Nankeen night heron in breeding plummage, taken in a Melbourne garden. What attracts it to come into gardens you may wonder? Why a supply of tasty goldfish.

In Perth these birds are normally found around lakes, e.g. Lake Joondalup, or the Swan River, where they come out to feed in the evening. the Birds in Backyards website has more information.