An Australian Parrot: the Galah

The beautiful Galah is one of the most recognisable of Australian parrots. It can be found in large numbers throughout most of Australia. Flocks can range from a few individuals (2-10) through to many hundreds all flying together. Their beautiful pink feathers make a spectacular sight when a flock flies overhead.

They are also a very popular pet and can be taught to speak a few words. The photos on this post were taken in my garden. They are all of wild birds.

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Laughing Kookaburra

On a family visit to Taronga Park Zoo in Sydney this member of the kingfisher family, a Laughing Kookaburra, posed beautifully for my camera. The call of the kookaburra is synonymous with the Australian bush.

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Silver Gulls, Victor Harbor, South Australia

This lovely shot of two Silver Gulls was taken on the beach near Yilki, Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor on the south coast of South Australia.

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