Joanna Holman on Nostr: Dropped by the muppets. Babies were probably hidden away under the parent’s wings ...

Dropped by the muppets. Babies were probably hidden away under the parent’s wings (probably dad’s since it’s day time). Smart since it’s a bit breezy and Tawny Frogmouth nests are flimsy.

Asked some ecologist friends about the nest being occupied for the second time in the season. They said it’s quite possible it’s the same Tawnies as a bunch of south eastern Australian bird species are able to have two clutches of chicks in a season if the conditions are right. Imagine having responsibility for two lots of babies in 4 months!

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