Red Tailed Black Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus banksii) Australian Bird Media.

These impressive Cockatoos are seen in large roaming flocks in the dryer regions of Australia. They are relatively common and can be observed coming to drink often in the afternoons. Their call can often be the first indication that they are moving from one area to another. The males are sooty black with Red in the tail and the females have subtle spots on the mantle and wings. I filmed these birds near Townsville In far North Queensland. This bird Video is part of my channel started in 2015. My ambition is to showcase 500 Australian bird species. I am passionate about Bird Video as it Potentially shows bird behaviour, breeding and often bird song.
I began birdwatching when I was 12 and progressed to bird photography and then to bird Video for the past 15 years.
Originally from the UK, I find birding in Australia exciting and engaging. I have now travelled around Australia twice but mainly film birds in Queensland.
Many of the bird clips are taken from hides or blinds that I construct from bush materials, saving the need to carry a hide to a location.
Knowing bird calls and song is a big part of finding each species and naturally, knowing the habitat requirements helps also.
Enjoy.