A Grand Finale of Australia’s Avian Wonders

On our very last full day in Australia, we attempted to savor the sounds of the Rainbow Lorikeets flying overhead because we wanted to bottle up the sights and sounds that make Australia so unique. Roger had no idea that in just 48 hours he would no longer be able to point out brightly colored parrots flying overhead or smell the fragrant eucalyptus trees. We were heading home.

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Birding the Enchanting Atherton Tablelands

As we walked up the trail at Mount Lewis, I asked Ross to help me describe the forest all around us. He looked around then looked back at me and said, “That’s your job. I find the birds, it’s better if you describe getting them.” (Full disclaimer, this blog is not a job, I do not get paid to have it, in fact it costs me money to keep it, but I do it because I like it!)

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