Fish Eagle

Today we had a work function at the Eagle Encounter centre at Spier. It was fascinating and I learnt a lot. Including how hard it is to photograph birds in flight!
~ A year ago today Thomas was chillin' ~ 

The Owl

Got a good sighting of the Spotted Eagle Owl at Kirstenbosch this afternoon. Such an intense stare! 
~ A year ago today I was doing some dusting ~ 

Gulls

It's fun when I find photo's I'd forgotten I'd taken on my memory card. These gulls were in the park yesterday, dive-bombing us a they swooped in to grab french fries from the people standing next to us.
~ A year ago today I hopped on a ferry ~ 

Parrot

We spent the morning at Birds of Eden. Dorothy found a little friend.
~ A year ago today I got Ian and John in front of the camera ~

Mother Holly's

After a walk in the forest at Jubilee Creek in the Knysna forest we were delighted to find a little tea shop in nearby Millwood. Hot tea, delicious cake, and entertainment provided by a cheeky drongo who joined us at the table.
~ A year ago today I was enjoying my stay in Swellendam ~

Oystercatcher

We saw quite a few of these sea birds on Day Five of the Whale Trail. I'm sad the hike is over, but feeling inspired to do more long walks. Perhaps the next one should be the Oystercatcher Trail?
~ A year ago today I was in a plane ~

Oystercatchers

I saw these, my favourite sea birds, on 16 Mile Beach at Yzerfontein today.

Worm Catcher

Every morning and evening my mom puts out worms for the flycatchers. Three of these sweet little birdies, two youngsters and the remaining parent bird, hop onto the table for their treats. If she's late they cheep-cheep-cheep to remind her. The other sorts of birds aren't forgotten either... seeds and fresh fruit also get put out in the garden. Watching and listening to the happy chatter while eating our own breakfast is a lovely way to start the day.