This year our small visiting flock of bar-tailed godwit decided not to show up on the high tide roost (resting) site for our planned event at Shoal estuary. The birds’ movements locally have certainly been less predictable with strong Westerly winds and some very high tides so far this spring season.
However, it was a great afternoon gathering at the edge of the estuary. Once again organized by the local environment group Restoring Takarunga Hauraki (RTH)
Our usual Druid friend Chris introduced my talk about our local godwit arrivals and behaviors, and Zane provided a Maori perspective and some important points regarding avoiding disturbing the bird's habitat.
The birds may not have played their part but during the event a lone Spoonbill did flyby which everyone got to see.
We also had two Auckland Councillors attend, Richard Hills and newly elected John Gillan and trust they will both represent and support protection of our local environment.
