The sun rose over the cliffs of the gorge, illuminating the yellow Gorse that was clinging to its sides. Directly in front of the vans windscreen was a flowering tree and energetically hopping through the branches, feeding on nectar was a very confident male Bellbird. The sunlight shone off the blue feathering on the birds head. The woodland resounded with this species distinctive calls. I set up my camera! After a late breakfast and an hours writing, Pili and I decided to explore the path leading into the woodlands. On the way we saw some Redpolls, this is a British species introduced last century along with the Chaffinch, Blackbird, Song Thrush and several other animals, all to make the Brits feel more at home!!! Our woodland stroll was very pleasant with a couple of caves hidden
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