At last, a Fairy-wren stayed visible for long enough to star in a short video! This one is a male Superb Fairy-wren chirping, wagging its tail, and hopping across open ground. Spotted at Dixons Long Point in NSW, on the banks of the Macquarie River.

A female was nearby too, but true to form it didn’t stay still long enough for a good photo. Here’s what I have:

Here’s a still photo of the male:

Common name: Superb Fairy-wren
Scientific name: Malurus cyaneus
Approximate length: 13-14 cm
Date spotted: 20 September 2024 (spring)
Location: Dixons Long Point, New South Wales, Australia: 33°01’13.5″S 149°16’53.6″E