out and about today I noticed a pair of galahs preening each other on the top of an old shop sign between the shops and the road, at first I though they were just having a break until I walked past the sight to the other side. it looks like they have chewed a larger hole to expose the inside. will this be their nesting hollow? always thought they only used tree hollows and being out in the open it seemed odd
It looks a bit sad, doesn’t it?
I suppose just like people that have been deprived of their habitat, they are forced to find some place where they can live and raise their family. Like millions of displaced people on this planet, any shelter would be better than none.
We all know the answers to those problems, in the bird’s case that means, preservation and regeneration of their natural habitat.
M-L
My thoughts exactly, Araminta.
They seem happy that they have moved to their modern city apartment. Is that the little lady showering the hubby with kisses to show how much she like his new handywork? (the chewing) I wish they would answer me when I ask them questions.
Peter
Peter, exactly what I was referring to.
M-L
I think the photos show how well the birds can adapt to human interference.
Shorty......Canon gear
Canberra
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They do seem rather happy with their new housing, I was wondering why they chose this spot as not far (5-10 min walk, much less flying) there is karawatha forest plus a few other places with big old tree's. but I guess there is a good number of galah's this year along with the long-billed corella's (not to mention indian mynah compatition) so maybe not enough decent tree's to go around (or they just wanted a change of scenery)
Oh I just noticed something familiar about this girl, she has one eye! last month (july 5th to be exact) I saw a pair of galahs in a tree next door which is only across the main road away from this sign, the female in the pictures I took also has a damaged eye! are they the same bird
Hi rawshorty. I think galahs have some ability to adapt to human interference but I certainly wouldn't want to apply this characteristic to all Australian bird species.