White-winged Choughs feeding young

White-winged Chough with young

Over recent weeks the flock of White-winged Choughs that frequently visit our garden have been largely absent. A few days ago I found out why.

They’ve been nesting somewhere nearby – but far away enough not to attract my attention. Now every time they pass through looking for a feed (and disturbing the Australian Magpies into the bargain) they have several young ones  to feed, their begging calls making sure they aren’t forgotten.

White-winged Chough