Gouldian Count 2013

[casehulsebosch]

Did not see them in the Bugles Derek when we went there 2 yrs ago.
I did see them at Halls Creek that same season though.

Hope Strop might have his ears open and poss a contact "down the road"

cheers, Case

[kimberley breeder]

I have seen painteds around the Lake Argyle area, its an ideal area with rocky outcrops and lots of spinifex!

[gomer]

Last year strop took us up the Ord river and I noticed areas that would suit painteds.

[arthur]

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[iaos]

I recently received this email about the Wyndam area.

"Next day onward to Halls Creek and to a place called Parry Creek farm near Wyndham. We lucked out here. Lovely shady spot beside a Billabong. When we saw the alternatives in Wyndham the next day we were sooo glad we picked this place.

We went out to the billabong on parry nature reserve twice. Saw about 80-100 Pictorella Mannikins and virtually every water bird in northern Australia. The sign said no swimming. The water looked pretty average but the sight of a large croc ( 4-5 m) basking on the bank sealed that deal.

Wyndham is an absolute dump. If its not worst place I've been to, its certainly a contender. The place looks like it was built in ww2 and hasn't been painted since. To top it off its surrounded by mud flats and mangroves Very attractive??"

[Craig52]

I recently received this email about the Wyndam area.

"Next day onward to Halls Creek and to a place called Parry Creek farm near Wyndham. We lucked out here. Lovely shady spot beside a Billabong. When we saw the alternatives in Wyndham the next day we were sooo glad we picked this place.

We went out to the billabong on parry nature reserve twice. Saw about 80-100 Pictorella Mannikins and virtually every water bird in northern Australia. The sign said no swimming. The water looked pretty average but the sight of a large croc ( 4-5 m) basking on the bank sealed that deal.

Wyndham is an absolute dump. If its not worst place I've been to, its certainly a contender. The place looks like it was built in ww2 and hasn't been painted since. To top it off its surrounded by mud flats and mangroves Very attractive??"

What that email says is absolutely true,no fishing,no palm trees,no beach BUT it is probably the best place to see all the Northern species of finches that we keep in our aviaries in massive numbers.I can't wait to share the pics as most will be astonished with what swarms into these little puddles to have a drink first thing in the morning. Craig

[Diane]

Anyone who can get an email out of the area with some pics can send it to [email protected] Ill put a few in the newsletter to calm the shattered nerves of those who cant get to the last Gouldian count!

[Craig52]

Anyone who can get an email out of the area with some pics can send it to [email protected] Ill put a few in the newsletter to calm the shattered nerves of those who cant get to the last Gouldian count!

I meant when i get home Di i will email them to you. Craig

[gomer]

Seen 7 different aussie finches so far including gouldians. And we havent got out of the N.T yet. Also photographed some purple crowned fairy wrens thanks Case for the tip.

[kimberley breeder]

Purple Crowns can be seen at Victoria River in the NT