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The Royal Spoonbill is a very photogenic bird, a photographer's dream subject. Over the years I have photographed many of them but almost always on the ground, usually at some … … Continued

This has been a good summer for new bird species in New Zealand - for me, three new birds photographed in three weeks, not too bad considering some years there … … Continued

When word was out that a MEGA rarity, in the birding world, had shown up at Napier I was making plans to get there as quick as possible. Only the … … Continued

We are often in Dunedin due to having family there, and for me every trip must include some time on the Otago Peninsula. Things I associate with the area include … … Continued

We may have lived in New Zealand all our lives, but have we seen all our country? This past week we visited an area where we had never been - … … Continued

I had the opportunity at the weekend to try photographing birds that were half a kilometre away, with my Canon 1DX, 500mm lens and 1.4 converter, and using my Samsung … … Continued

Just a few years ago we planted some trees in our back yard, known to attract birds, and now it is paying off. I spent an hour last Saturday photographing … … Continued

Winter is not a great time for bird photographers in New Zealand but this season does offer some opportunities that are unique. At river estuaries you find a different range … … Continued

Most wild creatures get accustomed to humans if they are around them enough, and birds are no exception. At the house we use at Foxton, located on the Manawatu River … … Continued

Only twice have I seen a black phase fantail in the North Island, where their numbers are less than 1% of the total fantail population. In the South Island they … … Continued