Spotted shag at rest

Falcons- masters of the air

These birds are so fearless- that is also why they are so rare- sighting a falcon for me in Canterbury is memorable.

black-fronted terns in courtship flight

Starling's plumage

Love the striking colouration of the white flecks on the starling's breast . Tricky birds to photograph- restless and cautious !

Brighton Beach sunrise at pier

Raupo- golden light

Love the form of Raupo ( bullrushers)

rosey sunset hues - Harper river- Canterbury high country