July Outing Report - Purga Nature Reserve, 18 July 2026

Scarlet Robin, Petroica boodang
Photo: G. Pardey

Harding's Paddock was closed due to a wild pig infestation, so the Natters went to Purga Nature Reserve instead.

A very interesting sighting they had was the Scarlet Robin. It happily posed for photographs.  A pair of Australian King Parrots were caught on camera, as well.

 

Scarlet Robin, 
Petroica boodang
Photo: G. Pardey

  

Female Australian King Parrot,
Alisterus scapularis
Photo: G. Pardey

Male Australian King Parrot,
Alisterus scapularis
Photo: G. Pardey

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