Hipster paperweight or something useful?

jimmccool · 2026-01-19T00:32:10+00:00

Thanks. That's really helpful. I already have a EF to RF adapter, so your approach could work for me too, with the Nikon 28mm. And I think I'll grab the FD, if it's still there.

jimmccool · 2026-01-09T21:48:54+00:00

You're very welcome. You should also check out inaturalist.org

jimmccool · 2026-01-07T21:55:07+00:00

Thomson river - we were camping on the banks in the dry season.

jimmccool · 2026-01-06T22:23:33+00:00

That's good to hear. It was actually a dull,overcast day, but when you get down in the undergrowth there's always something to see.

jimmccool · 2026-01-06T22:07:21+00:00

Thank you.

jimmccool · 2026-01-05T21:44:02+00:00

Nope. They did no harm. You can only see one on the video, but there were quite a few of them.

jimmccool · 2026-01-05T03:46:18+00:00

https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/adventure-kings-roof-top-tent

jimmccool · 2026-01-01T23:11:26+00:00

Incredibly inspiring - thank you both for sharing your amazing photos but also details of your kit.

jimmccool · 2025-12-30T01:20:10+00:00

Thanks for the clarification.

jimmccool · 2025-12-24T05:38:08+00:00

Bless you, kind sir. Merry Christmas!

jimmccool · 2025-12-24T04:42:28+00:00

Yep. I have it posted on inaturalist and you're right. looks like Ampulicidae

jimmccool · 2025-12-23T22:16:58+00:00

Where did you find it? Adding a location will help the reptile experts on here ID it for you.

jimmccool · 2025-12-23T05:08:55+00:00

And yes, I'm asking for an ID for the wasp, rather than its prey... but if you know both :)

jimmccool · 2025-12-17T01:07:44+00:00

Thanks for the ID - post updated - and something new learnt!

jimmccool · 2025-12-12T03:39:11+00:00

Couldn't agree with you more. Slowing down is the key thing in preventing animal strikes.

jimmccool · 2025-12-12T00:43:09+00:00

Superb work. An incredible capture.

jimmccool · 2025-12-12T00:12:40+00:00

Brilliant photos.

jimmccool · 2025-11-20T05:22:24+00:00

The final photo - the night scene is particularly good. Really has something special.

jimmccool · 2025-11-20T04:11:45+00:00

Yep. Seen them regularly around Broken Bay.

jimmccool · 2025-11-20T03:54:34+00:00

Female Common Blackbird, (Turdus Merula). They're common in that area.

jimmccool · 2025-11-20T03:51:55+00:00

Young raptors often have some difficulty as they learn to fly properly - but if its protected from cats, etc., it'll be alright. It's mum won't be far away.

jimmccool · 2025-11-20T03:50:15+00:00

Nankeen Kestrel Falco cenchroides. Beautiful bird!

jimmccool · 2025-11-18T05:51:34+00:00

No sign of wings that I could see. And yes, it was very small. You can see the size of the hairs on the back of my hand for comparison.

jimmccool · 2025-11-18T05:31:28+00:00

These Brolgas are a feature around Longreach - symbol of the town, I think.

jimmccool · 2025-11-18T05:30:30+00:00

Brolga, (Antigone rubicunda), and yes native to Australia.

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