Beauty On the Doorstep

FF
The Rainbow Bee-eater Merops ornatus
is not known for its musical song
other than a sharp click
as another insect bites the dust.
FF
FF

FF
They are known for their beautiful colours and displays.
FF

FF
As they keep the skies free of anything that takes a chance when they are around.
FF

FF
The Yellow Oriole Oriolus flavocinctus has been feeding on Fern-leaved Grevillea Grevillea pteridifolia.
FF

FF
And then wiping its beak on the branch of nearby gum tree.
Its melodic call is unmistakeable and one of the
beautiful bird songs in the bush near Darwin.
FF

FF