Galahs in the Mallee

Galahs in the Mallee; magic.

I’ve always needed to go walkabout sometimes, just pack the car and head off. In the early days I hitched around New Zealand and Australia, meeting all kinds of wonderful people. Although I’m pleased that we’re in lockdown, it’s essential, I am very much missing the opportunity to get out and about.

So, it seems like a good time to share images from a trip to the Mallee. I was a long way from the paddock water trough, on the other side of the fence, lying on the ground with the lens leaning on a log, peeking the the wires.

I watched and waited for ages until this little group of Galahs turned up for a drink.

Galahs can be found in most areas of the country. They form permanent pair bonds, females have pink irises while males have brown irises.

I love seeing them wheeling around the sky in huge, noisy flocks. In the early morning, when they turn their bright underparts towards the sun they look like animated sunrises.

Take care out there, happy birding, Kim

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