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Superb Fairywren
Doc Duck

Superb Fairywren (Malurus cyaneus)

Or (again) at least I think that's which one this is. We saw both Superbs and Variegateds, according to my hostess Marie Lister, whose expertise I trust when it comes to Sydney area birds. But back to uncertainty ... It's hard to tell the fairywrens apart when they're not in breeding plumage, but according to my field guide, Superbs are the only ones with navy blue tails.
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Habitat
lawn surrounded by old trees
Location
Creek Flat Road, Maraylya, NSW, Australia
Date taken
28 Aug 2018
Scientific name
Malurus cyaneus
Equipment used
Panasonic GX8, 100-300
Jonno52
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Whichever species it is (the tail looks blue alright) it's full of attitude! And what a beautiful name: "Fairywren". An image like this, from the other side of the planet, is something to treasure for a lifetime. Good work Ann.
 
delia todd
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Opus Editor
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.... well I'd go with that then Ann LOL.

He's showing off that tail beautifully, isn't he.

A super picture this lassie - very well done my friend.
 

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