Four weeks ago, I posted pics of a Kookaburra with a crook eye who suddenly and unexpectedly came into our lives. He hung around for two days and then as quickly as he came, he was gone.
Well this morning he arrived back and almost flew into the family room. We gave him breakfast, and then while I was at golf, he came back for lunch and Rhoda obliged.
This evening I was heading down to the pool for a swim to cool off after golf and he was sitting on the edge of the pool. Then while I was watching, he flew into the pool, flopped around for a couple of seconds before he flew out again and sat on the steps, dripping water.
I raced inside to get the camera and when I came out, he was sitting on the pool gate waiting for his dinner. He posed for a few shots as payment for his feed.
Mickey birds are always flying into the pool to cool off but I have never seen a Kookaburra do it.
I would be ecstatic beyond words if a wild bird were to be so comfortable in my presence as the ones in your yard are with you. You've got such a darling buddy in this little bird.
Oh you lucky bugger!!!! How amazing to have that happen and to have a Kookaburra come so close to you. That's pretty amazing and what a fantastic shot. I bet he just loves getting his feed from you guys :-) FAV
Lovely capture and story Poppo. The wild birds are such great companions in the garden. We received quite a welcome when we arrived home e.g. where's the bloody seed lady, come on fill the feeders..... Fav :)
Love the story - you do attract the most interesting creatures. The color and markings of this kookaburra are terrific - do like his hair style after his dip in the pool. What a terrific shot.
I live in the American Southwest, near Mexico, and I thought I would share its folklore with you. Bird visits like the one you have described are quite significant, usually a divine sign that you are being watched over and cared for. It seems like a pleasant and happy bird, from your wonderful close-up photo.
@cejaanderson Thanks for sharing that Jane. If it is true, as I'm sure it is, then we must be well and truly being watched over and cared for. See the two pics for today. Also if you look back through my albums you will see that we are a haven for wild birds many of whom exhibit quite remarkable behaviour towards my wife and I.
