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The Pheasant & Waterfowl Society of Australia

Locality: Greenbank, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 406 675 819

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25.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Chukar Partridge (Alectoris chukar)... Quail-like bird, often in small flocks on dry rocky slopes with sparse grass and brush. Male and female similar. Pale brownish-gray overall with warmer orange belly and undertail. Distinct black stripes on sides. Red bill and eyering. Pale throat is bordered by black. Usually seen scurrying around on the ground, but males perch conspicuously when singing, often on large rocks. Song is a series of scratchy notes; sounds like it's saying its name with emphasis on the second syllable: "chuKAR, chuKAR, chuKAR." Native to Asia, but introduced across the world, including New Zealand and the United States.

25.01.2022 Not pheasants or waterfowl but still very cool!

23.01.2022 Very cool display. Thanks to (Shantel) one of our members for forwarding on the link. If you find cool things of interest, please let us know so other members can enjoy too!

23.01.2022 Ever wonder how excited our birds get when we clean and refill their pond? Well, these adorable smews (Mergellus albellus) were too eager to wait until their po...nd was full to dive in. Talk about cute! #smew #waterfowl #waterfowlconservation #behindthescenes #aviculture #birds #litchfieldcounty #wildlifeconservation #cuteanimals #ducks

22.01.2022 Barrows goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) is this weeks featured species for #WaterfowlWednesday. Named for Sir John Barrow in recognition for his support of A...rctic exploration, this diving duck feeds primarily on aquatic invertebrates. The name goldeneye comes from the bright yellow color of the eyes in both sexes. Barrows goldeneye are most numerous in Western North America, though the species was first described from a resident population in Iceland. They rely on the availability of large cavities for nesting. Perhaps stemming from this reliance (though they will use nest boxes), both males and females defend their breeding territory. Barrows breed on in-land freshwater lakes and ponds, but, like other sea ducks, it typically spends fall and winter in salt water or in coastal estuaries. This species has some of the more complex breeding displays that are on display in late winter and early spring as pair bonds are forming. One of the males displays involves throwing his head back so that it just about touches his back, letting out a single deep note, while simultaneously kicking his feet back.

21.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Pheasant-tailed Jacana (Hydrophasianus chirurgus) is a jacana. The jacanas are a group of waders (family Charadriidae) - identifiable by their big feet and claws which enable them to walk on floating vegetation in shallow lakes (their preferred habitat).... They are found worldwide within the tropical zone. They are capable of swimming; however, they are usually observed walking on the vegetation. The females tend to be more colorful than the males and are polyandrous (meaning they form stable unions with more than one male). Its population is suspected to be declining due to ongoing habitat destruction and degradation (del Hoyo et al. 1996). #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #waterfowl #jacana #swamp #waterbirds #birdsoftgeworld #australasia #tropicalclimate @ Australia

21.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Spoon-billed Sandpiper (Calidris pygmaea) With less than 300 pairs left in the wild, the spoon-billed sandpiper is one of the most threatened birds on the planet. It breeds on the Chukotsk and Kamchatka peninsulas in the Russian Far East, migrates through Russia, Japan, North Korea, South Korea and the Jiangsu coast of China to winter in southern China, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Thailand, 8,000km from its breeding grounds. ... . . . . . #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #spoon #bill #spoonbill #spoonbilledsandpiper #threatenedspecies #endangeredspecies #rarebird #waterfowl See more

20.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Spectacled Eider (Somateria fischeri)... An uncommon and poorly known eider of the high Arctic, its distribution centered on the Bering Sea. Generally in small flocks. Tends to occur mainly in areas where travel is difficult for humans -- boggy tundra in summer, at sea around pack ice at other times; its winter range far out in the Bering Sea was unconfirmed until recently. Its remote habitat and bizarre, ghostly appearance contribute to its aura of mystery. #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #eider #specticaledeiderduck #duck #rareducks #specticals #waterfowl #fowl #artic #arctic #wildfowl

20.01.2022 Isnt this the cutest little pheasant-keeper!

19.01.2022 We are excited to announce that the Sylvan Heights Avian Breeding Center has achieved the first breeding of the Green Pygmy Goose (Nettapus pulchellus) in North... America! Despite their name, this species is actually a small duck native to Australia and New Guinea. They are extraordinarily rare in avicultural collections, and require expert care to thrive. Five healthy ducklings are now fully-grown and fledged. Congratulations to curator Nick Hill and the aviculture team at the Avian Breeding Center! See more

19.01.2022 Check out our latest arrivals at the zoo! These stripey little floofballs are Cape Barren Goslings, just a few days out of the egg. Did you know In the 1950...s, numbers of the Cape Barren Goose were so low that they were close to extinction. After careful management the population is at a level where they are no longer considered to be in danger. However they remain one of the worlds rarest geese! See more

18.01.2022 Feathers in Focus The Ringneck (common) pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) We can’t go past the most Common Pheasant - The Ringneck pheasant, a bird in the pheasant family (Phasianidae). The genus name comes from Latin phasianus, "pheasant". The species name colchicus is Latin for "of Colchis" (modern day Georgia), a country on the Black Sea where pheasants became known to Europeans. Phasianus diverged from the genus Gallus, the genus of junglefowl and domesticated chickens.

18.01.2022 Feather in focus Painted Button-quail (Turnix varius)... Intricately plumaged buttonquail with dark red eye, found in dry woodlands where it feeds by making circular scrapes among deep leaf litter. Pale spots and streaks on chest, belly, wings, and flanks. In flight, note contrast between more reddish back and grayish-toned rump. Pale eyebrow, less well defined than Stubble Quail. Call is a relentless soft repeated boom and also makes a fast sputtering "bub-bub-bub-bub" call.

18.01.2022 Welcome back to #WaterfowlWednesday! This week, we take a look at another one of our new candidate program species, the blue-winged goose. Found only in Ethio...pia, this bird is the only member of the genus Cyanochen though beyond that, its taxonomy is still a bit murky. Their common name refers to the powder-blue patch on their wings. Their plumage is otherwise gray and white. Its loose, fluffy plumage is an excellent adaptation to the cold highlands in which it lives. Blue-wings are capable of swimming and flight, but they much prefer to lead a terrestrial existence and will often take to the wing or to the water only if forced to. They feed predominately on grasses but will opportunistically feed on small animals that they come across as well. Clutches of 4-7 eggs are laid in feather-lined nests, usually found near water. As with many of Ethiopias endemic species, the blue-winged goose is in decline. Its habitat is disappearing due to wetland draining and agricultural expansion, which in turn leads to more severe droughts. These birds are also facing increased hunting pressure for food. This species is moderately represented in American zoos, though the TAG would love to see its numbers grow. They are handsome exhibit birds, representing a taxonomically unique species found only on one place on earth. Pictures credited to Charles J. Sharp (Sharp Photography), Brent Moore, and Dick Daniels (Carolina Birds), respectively

17.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Northern Pintail (Anas acuta) Northern pintails are long, slender ducks with long, narrow wings, earning them the nickname "greyhound of the air." Pintails are named for their elongated central tail feathers, which constitute one-fourth of the drake's body length. Male northern pintails have a chocolate-brown head with a white stripe on each side of the neck extending up from the white breast and belly. The back is blackish-gray and the rump has a white pat...ch on each side. Two of the long central tail feathers are black while the others are gray margined by white. In flight, an iridescent greenish-black speculum is displayed. The bill is blue-gray with a black stripe along the center to the tip, and the legs and feet are slate-gray. Female northern pintails have a dark-brown upper body with a buff or gray head and lower body. The speculum is a dull brown or bronze. The bill is blue-gray blotched with black, and the legs and feet are slate-gray. #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #duck #pintail #pintails #wildfowl #wildfowlmagazine #worldwidebirds #bird #waterfowls #waterfowl #wildduck #northamerica

17.01.2022 How beautiful to see!

17.01.2022 Have you ever seen a baby pelican before? Meet Rob the pelican - he hatched from an egg found abandoned at a Sunshine Coast dam. Twinnies Pelican and Seabird Rescue Inc was able to raise him themselves, and hes growing well and now taking his first steps!

16.01.2022 How cool is this! DAguilar Wildlife are part of the PWSAs awesome Members, and we cant wait for when they open soon! Theres a link to subscribe for updates from them on their Page! Keep up to date, and support this awesome Wildlife Park

16.01.2022 How awesome is this?! An incredible collection of birds. Were incredibly lucky to have Dustin, Sylvan Heights Bird Parks General Curator, as part of the PWSAs membership.

15.01.2022 Feathers in Focus The blue crane (Grus paradisea), also known as the Stanley crane and the paradise crane, is the national bird of South Africa. The species is listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN. #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #notpheasant #crane #bluecrane #stanleycrane #paradisecrane #waterbirds #nationalbirdofsouthafrica #southafrica #africa #vulnarable #iucn #danger #exoticbirds #wildfowl #gorgeousbird @ Australia

15.01.2022 Its quite incredible seeing our own native species succeeding in the USA! I hope our own Aviculturists have similar successes with what is currently a rare species in Australian Aviculture.

15.01.2022 Baers pochard - a species in dire need of attention. This charming duck is critically endangered, and it is believed that there are fewer than 300 individuals ...left in the wild. Thankfully, within AZA and private aviculture, Baers pochard are being bred and managed to ensure that we do not lose this species forever. See more

15.01.2022 An important initiative for wild birds. Rescues coming in with fishing line caught on them, plastic bags consumed...its all preventable

15.01.2022 Feathers in Focus The flightless takah (South Island takah; Porphyrio hochstetteri), is the world’s largest living rail (a family of small-medium sized ground-dwelling birds with short wings, large feet and long toes). The North Island takah (moho; P. mantelli) is unfortunately extinct. . .... . . . . #takahe #takah #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #newzealand #newzealandwildlife #newzealandbirds #nzbirdlife See more

14.01.2022 Baby steps A tiny comb-crested jacana walking across lily pads at Yellow Water, Kakadu Georgina Steytler Photography

13.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Razor-billed auk (Alca torda), also called razorbill, black and white seabird of the North Atlantic, bearing a sharp, heavy, compressed beak. About 40 cm (16 inches) long, it is the largest living member of the auk family, Alcidae (order Charadriiformes), and the nearest kin to the extinct great auk. Razor-billed auks are deep divers, feeding on fish (including shellfish). They breed along North Atlantic coasts; some migrate as far south as the Mediterrane...an Sea. #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #auk #razorbill #waterfowl #seabirds #northatlantic

12.01.2022 Several male birds were displaying in the forest with two female birds. Genghe NNR, Inner Mongolia, China March, 2018

12.01.2022 Have you heard about The Australian Bird Expo? Were exactly twelve months away - and we couldnt be anymore excited!! Want to discover more? Check out our Facebook Event here: https://bit.ly/2BftEh9. Check out our Website here: https://bit.ly/2AnuQyh. The World hasnt quite returned to the new normal yet, but were excited that when it does well have this awesome event for you to enjoy ... Plus...the longer we have to organise, the better it will be Thanks also to our Major Sponsor, City Of Logan. #australianbirdexpo #australia #aviculture #birdevent #event #pwsa #avianevent #birdlovers #bird #australiabirds #avicultureevent #parrot #finch #softbills #waterfowl #budgerigars #poultry #birds #bird_perfection #loganmetrosportscentre #savethedate #fun #family #eventforkids #bethereorbesquare

11.01.2022 Its an exciting time for the Avicultural Community in Queensland. The Recreational Wildlife Licence has gone through its review and now in August 2020 persons in the State have the option to keep a plethora of new species. A long term Patron of the PWSA, Dr Danny Brown, has been an integral part of this process for...get this, 23 years!! What a journey, but what a result at the same time. Im sure the entire Avicultural community, not just in Queensland but Australia-wide, will be grateful for Dannys work in helping Government work better with Aviculture. You can discover more information here: https://www.qld.gov.au///wildlife-permits/framework-review

11.01.2022 Widow birds leap into the air to attract a mate. #PlanetEarth2

09.01.2022 Weve just announced to our members that due to the COVID-19 restrictions, were giving them three months free membership! If you join the PWSA before Tuesday 12th May 2020 youll receive the same - 15 months of membership for the price of 12! That is for anyone, anywhere in the World! To join, simply click here: https://www.pwsa.org.au/join-us

09.01.2022 These unique Australian Natives arent uncommon overseas. Hopefully in the future we can see our own Aviculturalists conserving this species.

09.01.2022 The White-Winged Wood Duck is one of the World’s most scarce species of wild waterfowl. General Curator for Sylvan Heights Bird Park, and PWSA member, Dustin Foote has recently been part of the team developing science to aid in their conservation. Read more here: https://news.ecu.edu/2021/01/07/on-the-wing/

09.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Andean Goose (Oressochen melanopterus)... This chunky white-and-black goose is often common and conspicuous on Andean bogs and lakeshores; usually in pairs or small groups and can be confiding in areas where not hunted. Note the small pink bill and pink legs; sexes alike but the male is larger. Local overlap in Andes of central Chile with Upland Goose. Male Upland Geese have a black bill and legs, and dark barring on body. Like the other species in this genus, males give high wheezy whistles whereas females grunt and bray. #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #waterbirds #goose #geese #wildfowlmagazine #wildfowl #fowl #ducks #geeseofinstagram #wildgeese @ Australia

08.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Crimson-headed Partridge (Haematortyx sanguiniceps)... Unmistakable black partridge with a bright red head (hence the alternative name, Bloodhead). Inhabits Bornean montane forest (roughly 10001700 m) but may be encountered outside this altitudinal range. Gives a loud, ringing, somewhat metallic ring-YING, ring-YING, ring-YING. @ Australia

07.01.2022 Who wants to have a guess?

07.01.2022 Our biggest event of the year has gone virtual! From now through November 14th, join us online for our 2020 Annual Fundraiser at bidpal.net/birdpark. Three wa...ys you can support us during this event: 1. Make a donation (now - Nov 14th) 2. Bid in our online auction (Nov 1st - 14th) 3. Join us for our virtual event on Nov 14th! To join the fun, head over to our fundraiser website at bidpal.net/birdpark. Many more auction items will be added as we approach the start of bidding on November 1st. Check back often for updates!

06.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Mikado Pheasant (Syrmaticus mikado) A stunning pheasant species endemic to Taiwan, the male a rich slaty blue with white markings and red facial skin, the female rich brown with extensive pale feather edges. Generally retiring, foraging quietly in the undergrowth of montane forests, but occasionally seen in the open, particularly in places where fed. Usually seen singly, in pairs, or in small family units (female with young). In breeding season, males drum ...with wings and give shrill whistling calls. Male lacks white back and tail of Swinhoes Pheasant; female has dark bill, grayish legs, pale markings below, and graduated, pointy tail, unlike female Swinhoes #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #pheasant #pheasants #mikadopheasant #wildfowl #wildfowlmagazine @ Australia

06.01.2022 Feathers in Focus The trumpeter swan (Cygnus buccinator) is a species of swan found in North America. The heaviest living bird native to North America, it is also the largest extant species of waterfowl with a wingspan that may exceed 10 ft (3.0 m). It is the American counterpart and a close relative of the whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) of Eurasia, and even has been considered the same species by some authorities. By 1933, fewer than 70 wild trumpeters were known to exist, and extinction seemed imminent, until aerial surveys discovered a Pacific population of several thousand trumpeters around Alaskas Copper River. Careful reintroductions by wildlife agencies and the Trumpeter Swan Society gradually restored the North American wild population to over 46,000 birds by 2010

06.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Ruffed Grouse (Bonasa umbellus)... Well-camouflaged for forested areas. Square tail with dark tip. Typically seen as they flush from forest floor, exploding into the air and then gliding down towards the next hiding place. Varies in plumage from cold gray to rich rufous. Males beat wings against their chest to produce distinctive low-pitched drumming sound. . . . . . #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #pheasants #grouse #waterfowl #gamebirds #gamebird #pheasant #pheasantsofinstagram #bird #wildfowl @ Australia

05.01.2022 Look at what just hatched at PWSA Committee Member, Keith Biden’s home! How cute

03.01.2022 What a gentleman! This Victorias riflebird comes with its own umbrella He was snapped putting on a display at Mt Lewis in Julatten, up north near Port Douglas. : Gordon Fellows via ABC Far North

03.01.2022 Feathers in Focus Red-throated Loon (Gavia stellata)... Red-throated Loons are among the finest fish hunters in North America, and perhaps the most graceful of all loons. They are smaller and more slender than other loons, with a smaller bill that they characteristically hold tipped slightly upward. In summer, they are a soft gray with neat stripes and a russet patch on the neck. Like other loons they dive for fish from the surface, but may also hunt from the air. They fly swiftly and are able to stall, pivot, and drop with almost falconlike precision. . . . . . #pwsa #pheasantandwaterfowlsociety #pheasantandwaterfoulsocietyofaustralia #pheasant #waterfowl #loon #waterbird #northamerican #wildfowl #diver #divingbird #redthroatedloon

03.01.2022 Weve been putting our extra free time to good use! Three new waterfowl enclosures have been completed, and theres some other enclosures on the boil! We welco...med one of our new Magpie Geese pairs and our Chestnut Teal into this first one. Big thank you to Tail Feathers Brisbane for lending all their hands over the last few weeks

03.01.2022 Such a beautiful photo...

01.01.2022 List in the comments what you own. Be nice if we could get all these in Australia. Enjoy the clip.

01.01.2022 Check these beauties out. Aren’t they gorgeous?!