as a brissie local. I adore these videos! so cool to get a new perspective on places I've been before - I'm definitely starting to get into birding!! can't wait to do wellington point 😄
I agree. I once went on an "insect walk" and my mind was blown with the amount of the sheer quantity and diversity in such a small area. I love expanding my perspective and sharing with others. Thanks for watching. Hope you see heaps on your next King Island walk 👍
i loved watching this! especially as a local bird enthusiast who has been to this spot. last time i went here, my partner and i rescued a bar-tailed godwit that was injured on the road. seeing that bird up close was very special. keen to see more videos! 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it. Sorry to hear about the Bar-tailed Godwit, I hope it recovered ok. It is truly amazing to actually see/feel how small some of the birds we watch are. I once saw a Lewin's Honeyeater up-close, it was so tiny! All the best in your adventures 🙂
Thanks from a former marine park ranger Moreton Bay. Killing time until the tide goes out. Edit: Your comment about dogs made me check. No dogs allowed on the King Island Conservation Park (the land bit) and dogs on the sand bar between the mainland and the island (is in the Moreton Bay Marine Park) must be on a lead and under control so as not to chase or disturb shorebirds. Plenty of info on the DESI website re this.
Pleasant informative videos Rob. The Banks Street Reserve is near Alderley, close to Brisbane city....there is a lot of bushland and parks which follow Enoggera creek...may be worth a walk..!! Cheers.
Another great video, thanks Rob. I was pleased to see you ID three different terns, I really find them difficult to work out! Also surprised me that you found Striped Honeyeaters right on the coast. I think the story of the pelican taking a small dog is our birder equivalent of an urban myth as I also have heard it from reputedly reliable sources...hmmm🤨
Terns are tricky! Particularly because non-breeding and young terns often lack the bill colour. Whenever I travel interstate I have to check which terns are in that area, as not to get tripped up in ID. I saw my first Striped Honeyeater at Bondall Wetlands, which is close to Nudgee Beach. They seem to do pretty well along the coast here. As for the dog, I can imagine it wouldn't go down without a fight. The pelican would also have to grab it somehow (maybe it was swimming?). It would be interesting to setup as a science experiment, lol.
I was hoping to see an Eastern Curlew when filming but most are still away for the breeding season. An excuse for me to visit again later in the year 🙂
That was very enjoyable to watch & educational Thankyou ☺️ I’m VERY impressive with the Zoom range of your camera setup… What do u use exactly if I may ask? Am looking into getting something with the zoom range that still looks nice and clear at its furthest reach like yours?
Thanks Kirri. I use a Nikon P950, it's a bridge camera (x83 optical zoom). It doesn't have the incredible quality or focusing features of the bulkier SLR/mirrorless cameras + lens, but it's easy to carry around for long periods of time. There's also the Nikon P1000, which has even further zoom, but that is heavier and any additional gain is barely usable due to atmospheric distortion and minor camera shake. PS: I don't get commission from Nikon (I should, lol), it's just a great camera for birding. All the best with your photography :-)
@@birdwalkz AWESOME…Thankyou so much for the info …it really helps me guage what to get next. I only have Prime lenses which are awesome but heavy if I just wanna go for a quick birdwatch & video what I see…Thanks again for info ☺️☺️
Hi Bill, I use a (bridge) Nikon p950 and handheld. I find tri and monopods are too hard to maneuver in situations where the birds are moving all over the place. Can't they just stay still!? 🤣
When I see these videos I always wonder if it's just going to be noisy miners, ibis and crows but then it doesn't disappoint. I haven't been to king island in years
I'm surprised to see it so quiet there. Even mid-week there's usually a lot more people. You didn't mention the Osprey nest up the road from the point, but I see you have it in your list.
Yeah it was quite early. By the time I got back, most of the crowd were at the beach side starting the walk. I saw the Osprey but it wasn't home for me too film when I got to that point. Next time 👍
Hi. I use a Nikon P950. It's lightweight and makes handheld filming so much more comfortable (compared to a heavier DSLR or mirrorless). Thanks for watching 🙂
@@birdwalkz Thank you, I just 'liked' the page. Only issue is 100's of people have said they're interested in the bird walk? Looks amazing but hopefully the walks can be a lot more intimate.
Yeah the numbers are getting a bit much. This month's had 45 attendees, but we still managed to see 73 species. I take "interested" with a grain of salt. Unfortunately Facebook doesn't provide the ability to limit number of rsvps. I don't have enough time to do private tours at this stage. Maybe once I retire from my day job 😅
Hi Mark, most of the shore/waders and seabirds (eg terns) in this video are migratory and typically are found in Australia during the non-breeding season (we can't claim them all to ourselves). Many of the other birds in the video only occur in Australia (they're endemic). Hope this helps
@@birdwalkz The most I have seen them do about from fish is a gull once...but its more of a threat than trying to eat ig but some of the footages show such behaviour, but for the most part the pelican species (spot-billed) is peaceful indeed
Thank you. I specialise in long-form video so I don't have an IG. But I have a FB page where members of the group regularly post photos from our walks. facebook.com/BirdsSEQLDMeetup?mibextid=ZbWKwL
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I love to hear the sound whip bird makes.
Luv your videos what fantastic knowledge u have
This was a perfect brain relaxing video. Time flew while watching
Glad you enjoyed it 🙂🐦
Amazing footage and love your narrative!
Thanks for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you, great video!
Thanks for watching 🙂
as a brissie local. I adore these videos! so cool to get a new perspective on places I've been before - I'm definitely starting to get into birding!! can't wait to do wellington point 😄
Thanks for watching. Welcome to bird watching, warning, it can be addictive 🙂 Enjoy
🎉 Thank you - loved seeing local places through birder eyes 🎉
It's amazing what you see when you look. I've been there many times and only noticed the common birds. I'll take a moment to look next time.
I agree. I once went on an "insect walk" and my mind was blown with the amount of the sheer quantity and diversity in such a small area. I love expanding my perspective and sharing with others. Thanks for watching. Hope you see heaps on your next King Island walk 👍
Good spotting in a lovely place. You really know your birds. Gonya and Thanks mate Go well ok
Many thanks 🙂
i loved watching this! especially as a local bird enthusiast who has been to this spot.
last time i went here, my partner and i rescued a bar-tailed godwit that was injured on the road. seeing that bird up close was very special.
keen to see more videos! 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it. Sorry to hear about the Bar-tailed Godwit, I hope it recovered ok. It is truly amazing to actually see/feel how small some of the birds we watch are. I once saw a Lewin's Honeyeater up-close, it was so tiny! All the best in your adventures 🙂
Thanks from a former marine park ranger Moreton Bay.
Killing time until the tide goes out.
Edit: Your comment about dogs made me check. No dogs allowed on the King Island Conservation Park (the land bit) and dogs on the sand bar between the mainland and the island (is in the Moreton Bay Marine Park) must be on a lead and under control so as not to chase or disturb shorebirds. Plenty of info on the DESI website re this.
Starting to get into bird photography. Live in SE QLD. Glad I stumbled on this channel. Subscribed.
Welcome aboard! All the best with the photography
Love your work, Rob! I take it that oystercatcher on the front is ‘king of the island’ 😆. Best wishes.
That's right. I was going to put a crown on it but thought it would be distracting, haha. Thanks again 🙂
I do like your presentation, my friend. There are so many birds right here. Very beautiful. Cheers.
Thank you for watching 😊
Thanks Rob for another superbly engrossing birding video. Must take a lot of work but this pair of birders certainly appreciate it.
Thanks for watching. Each video takes roughly 20hr to film and put together but it's interesting and a creative outlet. Glad you two enjoyed it 😊
Thank you for this wonderful video! I love birds and I love your appreciation and knowledge of them. Thank you for sharing and calming me to sleep 🙏 ❤
Cool, a few people have said they found the videos calming. Glad it helped. Thanks for the comment 😊
Ĝreat video and very well presented,I'm from the Bendigo Victoria area and I will be putting King Island on the must go to places: thank you 🙏
Cool. Glad you liked it. I haven't visited Bendigo yet but I heard it's great (and the birding too) 🙂
Thank you.
Thanks for watching 🙂
I was excited to see a new video from you and it didn't disappoint. Looks like a nice place and the birds were cool.
Pleasant informative videos Rob. The Banks Street Reserve is near Alderley, close to Brisbane city....there is a lot of bushland and parks which follow Enoggera creek...may be worth a walk..!! Cheers.
Thanks for the tip. I haven't had much luck at Enogerra Creek but I'll give it another try 🙂
No worries, maybe the wildlife only work certain days!
Highly educational and well produce video! thank you for that
Thanks for your kind words 😊
Another great video, thanks Rob. I was pleased to see you ID three different terns, I really find them difficult to work out! Also surprised me that you found Striped Honeyeaters right on the coast. I think the story of the pelican taking a small dog is our birder equivalent of an urban myth as I also have heard it from reputedly reliable sources...hmmm🤨
Terns are tricky! Particularly because non-breeding and young terns often lack the bill colour. Whenever I travel interstate I have to check which terns are in that area, as not to get tripped up in ID.
I saw my first Striped Honeyeater at Bondall Wetlands, which is close to Nudgee Beach. They seem to do pretty well along the coast here.
As for the dog, I can imagine it wouldn't go down without a fight. The pelican would also have to grab it somehow (maybe it was swimming?). It would be interesting to setup as a science experiment, lol.
The zoom on that camera is incredible. Another great vid Rob
Thanks Nathan. Have a good day
Thanks for the information 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻First time watching your videos 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
No probs. Welcome to the channel 🙂
Come to Bribie Island. We have waders, bush birds, all sorts. We have an informal local group and can show you some nice walks.
Thanks for the suggestion. I usually do the yearly Bribie day with Birds QLD, it's a great place. It's on the list 😀
I think I might book a holiday to Queensland. I’m in Perth and it’s rainy and miserable. It looks very pretty and lots of birdwatching!
Great idea. I went to Perth last year and you have some awesome birds. I missed the Western Yellow Robin, but I'll be back!
@@birdwalkz my favourite are the black cockatoos, especially the red tails.
Great video.
aww thats rad!
Thank you for watching and the comment 🙂
I was out there last week and saw some Eastern Curlew. Great video Rob!
I was hoping to see an Eastern Curlew when filming but most are still away for the breeding season. An excuse for me to visit again later in the year 🙂
Damn, another place I need to take the camera to. Will have to check the tide times first obviously. Great video as always, Rob. Thank you.
Enjoy. Thanks for watching 🙂
That was very enjoyable to watch & educational Thankyou ☺️
I’m VERY impressive with the Zoom range of your camera setup…
What do u use exactly if I may ask?
Am looking into getting something with the zoom range that still looks nice and clear at its furthest reach like yours?
Thanks Kirri. I use a Nikon P950, it's a bridge camera (x83 optical zoom). It doesn't have the incredible quality or focusing features of the bulkier SLR/mirrorless cameras + lens, but it's easy to carry around for long periods of time. There's also the Nikon P1000, which has even further zoom, but that is heavier and any additional gain is barely usable due to atmospheric distortion and minor camera shake. PS: I don't get commission from Nikon (I should, lol), it's just a great camera for birding. All the best with your photography :-)
@@birdwalkz AWESOME…Thankyou so much for the info …it really helps me guage what to get next. I only have Prime lenses which are awesome but heavy if I just wanna go for a quick birdwatch & video what I see…Thanks again for info ☺️☺️
Brilliant video - well done, very informative!
What camera? What lens? Hand held?
Hi Bill, I use a (bridge) Nikon p950 and handheld. I find tri and monopods are too hard to maneuver in situations where the birds are moving all over the place. Can't they just stay still!? 🤣
When I see these videos I always wonder if it's just going to be noisy miners, ibis and crows but then it doesn't disappoint. I haven't been to king island in years
Thanks mate
Thank you for this! Just wondering theres Sandy Camp area in Wynnum, wondering if you been there :)
Why yes there is. I'm currently in the stages of editing a video on Sandy Camp. Should be out towards the end of the month 🙂
@@birdwalkz yay! Looking forward to it! Thanks so much for showing us around our locals =)
I'm surprised to see it so quiet there. Even mid-week there's usually a lot more people. You didn't mention the Osprey nest up the road from the point, but I see you have it in your list.
Yeah it was quite early. By the time I got back, most of the crowd were at the beach side starting the walk. I saw the Osprey but it wasn't home for me too film when I got to that point. Next time 👍
Hi mate. What camera are you using. Good job fella.
Hey, I use a Nikon P950. Any further questions, let me know 🙂
I live near Wellington point I never knew there where so many bird species where there
Hi Rob! May I ask what gear you are using to film the up close shots of the birds? Your videos are amazing!!!
Hi. I use a Nikon P950. It's lightweight and makes handheld filming so much more comfortable (compared to a heavier DSLR or mirrorless). Thanks for watching 🙂
Do you do walking tours?
Hi Ana, I don't do private tours but I run a free bird walk around Brisbane each month. Check out the Facebook page or Meetup for more details.
@@birdwalkz Thank you, I just 'liked' the page. Only issue is 100's of people have said they're interested in the bird walk?
Looks amazing but hopefully the walks can be a lot more intimate.
Yeah the numbers are getting a bit much. This month's had 45 attendees, but we still managed to see 73 species. I take "interested" with a grain of salt. Unfortunately Facebook doesn't provide the ability to limit number of rsvps.
I don't have enough time to do private tours at this stage. Maybe once I retire from my day job 😅
How many trips did you do to film the birds besides the obvious with the GoPro? www.youtube.com/@CarloFerraro
Two. I normally try to get the walk and birding done in one trip, but the wind was very strong the first visit which limited the footage I could use.
Are these Australian sea birds “local” ? Or are they called the way they are just because they migrated into the Australian continent ?
Hi Mark, most of the shore/waders and seabirds (eg terns) in this video are migratory and typically are found in Australia during the non-breeding season (we can't claim them all to ourselves).
Many of the other birds in the video only occur in Australia (they're endemic). Hope this helps
Head up to the Great Sandy Strait
Pelicans do try to swallow anything they can
I'll have to sit and watch more patiently next time 😊 They are so peaceful to watch on the water.
@@birdwalkz The most I have seen them do about from fish is a gull once...but its more of a threat than trying to eat ig but some of the footages show such behaviour, but for the most part the pelican species (spot-billed) is peaceful indeed
mate your content is always awesome do you have a Instagram that i could follow?
Thank you. I specialise in long-form video so I don't have an IG. But I have a FB page where members of the group regularly post photos from our walks.
facebook.com/BirdsSEQLDMeetup?mibextid=ZbWKwL