I know that this is a bit of a long shot, in more ways than one, considering that the photo was taken from quite a distance, but would this be an Australian Owlet-nightjar? I know it is a very bad photo.
It was taken in near Narooma NSW.
regards
Donna
I'd say so, Donna. The thin black line on the forehead, large eyes & the behaviour of sitting in the hole of the tree are both indicative.
A good shot & illustrative of why we need to conserve old trees.
yes, that's an Australian Owlet nightjar alright, looks the same as the one is saw sitting in it's hollow at the Blue Mountains
William.S
Absolutely. I've been birding since the mid-80s and NEVER seen an AON in its nest hollow! Well done. Lorne
Thank you all very much for the confirmation. I am very excited that it is AON, a new lifer for me. Woko I completely agree about conserving old trees. Wonderful habit for animals.
regards
Donna