Pukeko Stomp !

Interesting to watch this tussle over a slice of bread thrown in to feed the ducks. Good to see that the eels are still here in the  reserve at Shoal Bay. 

 

Face off between the pukeko and a short finned eel

  

Getting closer

Finally the pukeko decides to pounce

One I have nicknames scarface as it has some distinct scars across its face.