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A fairly common raptor found throughout the Australian continent.
Cumberland Lagoon, Queensland, Australia
Sony A7R : Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
An iconic WWII fighter aircraft, the Corsair is rumoured to have been nicknamed "Whistling Death" by Japanese forces in the Pacific.
Photographed at Hood Aerodrome, Masterton, NZ.
Whistling Kite
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Watching them work the air as they quarter over the field is always a delight.
Whistling Kite
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Another graduate from the Whistling Kite School of Sartorial Elegance.
I'm always in awe that they can get all the feathers back in the right spot.
Whistling Kite
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The Kite was running on short wings as it pushed into a strong head wind.
Many thanks for the visits, faves and comments. Cheers
Whistling Kite
Scientific Name: Haliastur sphenurus
Description: The Whistling Kite is a medium-sized raptor (bird of prey) with a shaggy appearance. It has a light brown head and underparts, with pale streaks, and dark sandy-brown wings with paler undersides. The underwings have a characteristic pale 'M' shape when open. The head and body are relatively narrow and the tail is rounded. The wings are long and well-rounded, with a wingspan of 120 cm to 145 cm. The sexes are similar, but the females are larger. Yong birds are slightly darker above, with paler streaking on head and underbody. They are often seen near water or around farms, soaring in a lazy circling flight pattern.
Similar species: Several other raptors may be confused with the Whistling Kite, including the Little Eagle, Hieraaetus morphnoides, other kites and harriers. These can only be separated by factors such as flight silhouette and style and the overall body shape.
Distribution: The Whistling Kite is widespread over mainland Australia but uncommon in Tasmania, and is also found in New Guinea, the Solomons and New Caledonia.
Habitat: The Whistling Kite is found in woodlands, open country and particularly wetlands. It is also common around farmland, vineyards and anywhere where carrion (dead animals) can be found (e.g. abattoirs, rubbish dumps and roadsides). Prefers tall trees for nesting.
Feeding: Whistling Kites soar above the ground, trees and water to search for prey such as carrion (dead animals) and small live animals such as mammals, birds, fish and insects.
Breeding: The Whistling Kite appears to be monogamous, with some breeding pairs remaining in a territory throughout the year and pairs actively defend the area around a nest. The bulky nest platform is built of sticks in a tall tree and may be reused, growing larger over time. Both sexes build the nest and incubate the eggs (the female does most of the incubation however) and may breed two or three times a year. The young stay with the parents after fledging for about six to eight weeks.
Calls: Loud descending whistle: 'teee-ti-ti'.
Minimum Size: 50cm
Maximum Size: 60cm
Average size: 55cm
Average weight: 770g
Breeding season: July to January in south; March to October in north.
Clutch Size: One to three, usually two.
Incubation: 38 days
Nestling Period: 46 days
(Source: www.birdsinbackyards.net)
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Plumed Whistling-duck (Dendrocygna eytoni) No post-processing done to photo. Nikon NEF (RAW) files available. NPP Straight Photography at noPhotoShopping.com
Looking down on Whistler, BC, where the 2010 winter Olympics were held. Note the hikers in lower left for scale.
Alta and the well-named Green Lake in view as well.
Skies were hazy in the distance so not very clear. More views from this special place in comments.
So much to love in British Columbia!
40181 passing Ribblehead heading northbound with a loaded 5-plank wagon freight on 28.7.80.
Any details of the working gratefully received.
Withdrawn 21-01-85
23-01-85 transferred from Crewe Diesel Depot to Crewe Works. Cut up by 11-10-86
Ref: img572 S&C 1980
The plumed whistling duck, also called the grass whistle duck, is a whistling duck that breeds in Australia. It is a predominantly brown-coloured duck with a long neck and characteristic plumes arising from its flanks. The sexes are similar in appearance. Wikipedia
The Plumed Whistling-Duck is mainly found in the northern and eastern tropics of Australia, it also extends southwards to New South Wales in the east but does not come far south of the Kimberleys in the west.
After being subbed-out from the morning's diesel leg due to an AWS fault, Class 40, 40013 / D213 "Andania" was back in action for the return leg of Saphos Trains' "The Lakelander".
The privately-owned locomotive - on long-term hire to Locomotive Services Group - whistles through Acton Bridge as the sun sets, running as 1Z79 15:30 Carlisle to Leicester. The English Electric and replaced the steam locomotive at Carnforth.
LSG's Class 47/4, 47853 (carrying former number 47614) was on the rear providing the ETH supply for the train.
Consist: 40013 + 17013 3045 3122 80044 3148 3100 3125 1863 3107 3231 3330 + 47853
Whistling Kite, Haliastur sphenurus
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Looking very well dressed and happy to show off its finery, this Whistling Kite was soaking up the warm winter sunshine
oui , c'est une autre photo de pieds et je pourrais continuer pendant une ou deux semaines... Cette photo récente montre que parfois je peux relaxer. Je vais avoir plusieurs photos de ce séjour à Whistler mais elles vont arriver peu à peu... Bonne semaine à vous tous et merci pour les commentaires.
Yes, another shot of my feet while I was relaxing in Whistler near the Fitzsimmons creek. I have a few more photos of feet. I might continue for a while but if you missed the last 13 or 14 previous photos, have a look ! And then I shalll share quite a few photos from our hikes on the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.Thanks for your comment.
For my video: youtu.be/5T_On5UQDGQ,
Whistler, Whistler, British Columbia
Taken by brother Trevor
The 519-room Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler, British Columbia.
Many thanks for your visits, faves and comments. Cheers.
Rufous Whistler
Scientific Name: Pachycephala rufiventris
Description: The Rufous Whistler is a stocky bird with a large head, short stubby bill and a narrow, relatively long tail with a square or slightly forked tip. The sexes differ, with the male dark-grey above with a white throat, black breast and a reddish underbody. Many males also have a black face mask (except in northern subspecies). Females are dull grey to brown, with streaked underparts. Young birds are much redder than adults and have heavily streaked underparts.
Similar species: The male Rufous Whistler is quite distinctive with its reddish underparts, grey head and white throat, combined with black mask (over most of range). The female and immature birds can be distinguished from most other whistlers by heavy streaking on the underparts.
Distribution: Found throughout mainland Australia, the Rufous Whistler is also found in New Caledonia.
Habitat: The Rufous Whistler is found in forests, woodlands and shrublands, with a shrubby understorey. Is also found in gardens and farmland with some trees, and in remnant bushland patches.
Seasonal movements: Sedentary, with some seasonal migratory movements in eastern Australia; south during spring and north in autumn.
Feeding: The Rufous Whistler mainly eats insects, and sometimes seeds, fruit or leaves. It usually forages at higher levels than other whistlers, and rarely is seen on the ground.
Breeding: The Rufous Whistler breeds in monogamous pairs, and both sexes incubate the eggs and care for the young. The female builds a fragile, cup-shaped nest from twigs, grass, vines and other materials, bound and attached to a tree fork with spider web. Two broods may be produced in a season.
Calls: A long loud series of ringing notes.
Minimum Size: 16cm
Maximum Size: 18cm
Average size: 17cm
Average weight: 25g
Breeding season: July to February
Clutch Size: Usually 2, sometimes 3
Incubation: 13 days
Nestling Period: 11 days
(Source: www.birdsinbackyards.net)
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Went for a few walks around the Whistler trails. Only had the day here, which was not enough time really. Beautiful buildings and mountains in the area.
Yea Goldeneye, we are always pleased to see this bird. Hunters dubbed the Common Goldeneye the “whistler” for the distinctive whistling sound of its wings in flight. The female Common Goldeneye has a chocolate brown head with the same bright eye that gives this species its name. These distinctively shaped, large-headed ducks dive for their food, eating mostly aquatic invertebrates and fish. But snap fast for they dive underneath the water as soon as they see a photographer !
• Whistling heron
• Garza silbadora / Chiflón
• María-faceira
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Pelecaniformes
Family:Ardeidae
Genus:Syrigma
Species:S. sibilatrix
Salinas, Canelones, Uruguay
Hunslet 1893 built 2-4-0ST+T 'Blanche' negotiates Whistling Curve on the approach to Tan-y-Bwlch, with the 10.55 Porthmadog - Tan-y-Bwlch service on Thurs 5th May 2022.
With thanks to Phil M for location guidance.
Whistler Blackcomb is a ski resort located in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. By many measures, it is the largest ski resort in North America and has the greatest uphill lift capacity. It features the Peak 2 Peak Gondola for moving between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains at the top.
British Columbia Canada