Rainbow Bee-Eater II

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jaytee
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Rainbow Bee-Eater II

I decided to have another try at photographing the RBEs, they have their nest just outside our back gate.

Windhover
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Cool! You are extremely lucky. :)
You could sit under a dark sheet near the nest and take some photos as they come close. They will usually sit (land) on a "last" perch as a final check for predators before entering the nest. Once you find the perch, you are on the right track. They will eventually get used to you sitting under a sheet (hopefully).

jaytee
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Oh yes! I know I am lucky to have the RBEs so close. I could see them from the kitchen window this morning but knew that as soon as I opened the back door they would be off.

Jeanne
Brisbane QLD

Birdgirl2009
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I agree - what a gorgeous bird to have nearby. Can't wait to see the pics of the babies

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