It’s been raining quite a bit recently, which is a good thing for the environment and our water supply. Sometimes, though, I do feel sorry for the wildlife caught out in the deluge.

Crikey, that was a downpour, mate!

A view of the bird’s head from behind isn’t any prettier:

Turn me upside down, and I’d do a good job of mopping your floor.

You know that feeling, when your feathers just feel like old, wet fur…

I feel like I’ve been hung out to dry:

Common name: Laughing Kookaburra

Scientific name: Dacelo novaeguineae

Approximate length: 47 cm

Date spotted: 27 August 2019 (Late winter)

Location: Manly Dam National Park, New South Wales, Australia: 33°46’54.6″S 151°15’09.4″E