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    Default Anyone know what this is

    On a recent trip to QLD spotted this strange looking bird, the thing hanging from its neck seems to be a pouch or bag of some sort. So if anyone from outback Winton or Longreach can identify this bird SWMBO would be most grateful.
    Last edited by westpest; 8th January 2010 at 06:32 PM. Reason: spelling error
    Before you speak-Is it true, is it kind, is it necessary

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    It is a male Australian Bustard..

    It inflates that huge bag and then roars its mating call.

    Birds in Backyards - Australian Bustard (Ardeotis australis) Fact sheet

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    Thanks for quick response Avery, I told her this was the easiest way to find out
    Dan
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    Wot are they like with chips?

    Richard

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    what a bustard !!
    reminds me of a limerick my dad told me.

    the bustards an exquisit fowl
    with minimal reason to growl
    he escapes what would be
    illegitimacy
    by grace of a fortunate vowel.

    what if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?

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