Meet at 9am in the Tidbinbilla Visitor Centre carpark, for a walk across the grasslands to the Birrigai Time Trail.
Wed 15 June 2022 09:00am
Sandra HendersonPost event report
The outing on the Birrigai trail was on a cold but pleasant morning with no wind. Walking from the Tidbinbilla carpark, we tried the small groups of trees further up the slope, finding several smaller species. A couple of Emus were crossing the grassland area, but not a single Flame Robin was seen. What a contrast to several years ago when there were dozens in this area! Grey Shrikethrushes and White-throated Treecreepers were calling along the Time Trail, and Striated Thornbills were seen several times. After many in the group had a look at the rock shelter we enjoyed the great views from the top of the rise. At the dam a few species were sighted briefly, and along the track back to the carpark we kept watch for the Fan-tailed Cuckoo which has been seen in the area. After most had departed, Lindell was shown a photo of said cuckoo – unfortunately only the photographer had seen it.