Mutant Magpies.

[Gordon]

I don't know the name of these noisy critters, yet I feel as though I should do. They have made a nest in the strangest of places on the folds of Fan Palm frond, just outside our bedroom window. There behaviour is very much like a Magpie, they will even "Buzz" you very closely if they feel you are threatening their nest. Can anyone help out with a name for them.
I nested both my 2x and 1.4 extenders onto my 300mm f2.8 to get these shots. Please let me know what you think.

[Alan]

Blue-faced Honeyeater, Gordon

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue-faced_honeyeater

I think you did pretty well considering the light and background and stacking of the TCs

Love the open beak

[Gordon]

Thanks Alan, yes I had the early morning sun coming from behind me, almost copy book position over my left shoulder. They are all full frame straight out of the camera.

[Gaz]

The tilted head looking straight down the lens looks good, an almost human expression.

[Gordon]

Yes its almost an indignant look.

[seaslug]

Very colourful fellows.

[sejac]

I agree with you Gordon. A mutant magpie for sure. Nice character shots.

[wacko-ocker]

I like 2 he is all most about to talk to you, well done with steady hand on the 300 + tele, good colour in all shots

[kevinj]

Nice catch,agree with Gaz,#2 is a great pose.Interestingly,in the juvi`s,the eye patch is green,had me confused for a while.

[Isac]

Great images - the right place at the right time.

[Gordon]

Thanks for all your comments guys, greatly appreciated

[avkomp]

we dont get these guys down my way. looks like you have captured a character

[Gordon]

HI Steve Thanks for your comments and good to see you back on line, although I too have been "out and about". Your images, expertise and comments were sorely missed. The forum really needs people with an eye for detail and willingness to share.

[avkomp]

thanks for the kind words Gordon, the cheque is in the mail.............