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Black-breasted Buzzard and Whistling Kite (Haliastur sphenurus) arguing Black-breasted Buzzards are uncommon Australian endemics inhabiting the interior and northern regions. Whistling Kites are common throughout Australia
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Black-breasted Buzzard and Whistling Kite (Haliastur sphenurus) arguing Black-breasted Buzzards are uncommon Australian endemics inhabiting the interior and northern regions. Whistling Kites are common throughout Australia
DH-4181
Black-breasted Buzzard and Whistling Kite (Haliastur sphenurus) - Feeding on an Agile Wallaby (Macropus agilis)
Near Mt Barnett, Gibb River Road, Kimberley, Western Australia
Hamirostra melanosternon
Black-breasted Buzzards are uncommon Australian endemics inhabiting the interior and northern regions. Whistling Kites are common throughout Australia.
Don Hadden
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Feathered Frenemies - A Tale of Two Birds and a Wallaby
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by Don Hadden, we witness an intense argument between the Black-breasted Buzzard and Whistling Kite in the vast wilderness of Western Australia. These two avian adversaries are known for their distinct personalities and unique habitats. The Black-breasted Buzzard, a rare Australian endemic, proudly flaunts its black-feathered chest while fiercely defending its territory against the more common Whistling Kite. With wings flapping in agitation and beaks wide open, it's clear that these birds mean business! But what could have sparked such a heated dispute? The answer lies beneath them – an unfortunate Agile Wallaby carcass! As scavengers by nature, both birds eye this delectable feast as their next meal. It seems they can't agree on who gets to claim this marsupial prize. As feathers fly and tempers soar, it's hard not to marvel at the sheer determination displayed by these raptors. Their aggressive behavior is a testament to their survival instincts in the harsh Australian outback. Don Hadden has masterfully captured this moment of action-packed drama within nature's theater. Through his lens, we glimpse into the fascinating world where wildlife battles for supremacy over limited resources. So next time you stumble upon a squabble between feathered friends or foes, remember DH-4181 – an extraordinary photograph that reminds us even our animal counterparts aren't immune to
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