Eurasian Coot
The Eurasian Coot is recognised by its snowy white bill and forehead shield. The remainder of the bird is dark sooty grey, except for its bright red eye. The most common call is also distinctive; a loud kowk. birds measure 32 to 39 cm. The ... [... more]
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Great Egret
The Great Egret measures 41 to 49 cm, and is the largest of the Australian egrets. The overall plumage is white, and, for most of the year, when not breeding, the bill and facial skin are yellow. The feet are dark olive-grey or sooty black, as ... [... more]
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Controlling Scale Insects
Judy often gets asked about sooty mould fungus on plants. It is this horrible black coating that spoils the leaves and makes it much harder for them to function properly. You can scrape it off but unless you get rid of the insect that is causing ... [... more]
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