Early one morning, after some fairly ferocious rain, everyone was seeking sunlight and somewhere to dry out. This little Grey Fantail sat still on a branch for several minutes. Well, what passes for still, in a fantail’s world!

From the way it’s fluffing out its feathers and holding its wings, I’m sure it’s exposing as much of itself to the sun as possible!

Common name: Grey Fantail
Scientific name: Rhipidura fuliginosa
Approximate length: 14-17 cm
Date spotted: 3 June 2024 (winter)
Location: Manly Dam Reserve, New South Wales, Australia: 33°47’01.7″S 151°15’10.3″E