Jan and John
“The natural world is the greatest source of excitement. The greatest source of visual beauty. It is the greatest source of so much in life that makes life worth living.”
Sir David Attenborough.
Sea Voyage to the Kermadec Islands and Beyond
Here’s an excerpt from Scott Brook’s summary of our trip to the Kermadecs. Its wellwritten and deserves recognition on this site.”On Friday 26th March 2021, 13 very keen
Two weeks and returned from Great Barrier Island
We started with a brief hunt for the Marsh Sandpiper at Ahuriri in Hawkes Bay. It took a while, but declared its presence after an hour of roosting
Chasing down a Rare Vagrant Bird.
Whilst watching “the Chase” yesterday, one of the quiz questions was “what is a bird that wanders off it’s migratory path called” 1 Wanderer, 2 Vagrant,3 Roamer. Of
Hunt for the Great Spotted Kiwi
We were keen to find this, most difficult of iconic Aotearoa birds. Leaving after dark we wound our way up a remote West Coast track along the Bullock
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Blog It’s been with trepidation that we ventured across the Tasman and Australia to Perth where our son’s family live. Of course I have used the opportunity to
Our World
It has taken us a while to get this blog up and running. It is important to realise the changes happening in the world and how we
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The early morning chirp of calls with NZ kaka, bellbird and tui enthrall us. We keep a close eye on the local wildlife; grey warblers and shiny bronze cuckoos. Love living in Gisborne and New Zealand
Every Birders Dream ; Papua New Guinea
The itinerary, in summary, was this: Papua New Guinea Itinerary: 18 Days of Exploration and Birding (July 20 – August 6) Arrival Days: Day-by-Day Breakdown:
A Pelagic Adventure in the Chatham Islands
A description about a birding trip to The Chatham Islands.
The South Island of New Zealand is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with its diverse landscapes and abundant birdlife. Recently, I embarked on a birding adventure to Awarua Bay that left me in awe of the incredible avian wonders this region has to offer. It was a day filled with surprises, stunning sightings, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.
Australasian Bittern Trio: A Rare Encounter My day of birding began with high hopes but little did I know that it would soon turn into
Update on Birding Adventures
Besides my usual birdwatching adventures in my hometown, there isn’t much else to share except for some personal experiences. Unfortunately, I suffered a ruptured Achilles
“Thigh-Deep and Loving It: My Epic Quest to Find a Rare Asiatic Gull-billed Tern in New Zealand’s Big Sand Island (Manukapua )”
Are you a bird lover looking for a new adventure? Have you ever heard of the Asiatic Gull-billed Tern? It’s a rare bird that has
Exploring the Wonders of New Zealand on a Wildlife and Adventure Tour
Embark on a wildlife and adventure tour of New Zealand for an unforgettable journey that combines breathtaking natural wonders with thrilling activities. Our fun and