The Spotted Pardalote, Pardalotus punctatus is a tiny bird from Australia. Although it is one of the smallest birds on that continent, it is also very colorful.
They usually nest in tunnels and are often hard to see. Despite that, I was able to find some spectacular photos from my usual contributors.
Classification:
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Pardalotidae
Genus: Pardalotus
Species: P. punctatus
Photos:
Spotted Pardalote
"Continues to be a favourite, beautiful and tiny. They weigh around 6 grams - less than 1/4 ounce! Take the feathers off and their little bodies must be the size of a peanut."
Photo courtesy of aaardvaark
Spotted Pardalote
Photo courtesy of marj k
Spotted Pardalote
"Seen at Wolumla"
Photo courtesy of MaxinAus
Spotted Pardalote
"This little male was down low near the car park at Yeramba Lagoon, Georges River NP, 26/7/08."
Photo courtesy of Mister Troy
Spotted Pardalote (Pardalotus punctatus)
"Photographed at Kobble Creek, SE. Queensland, Australia."
Photo courtesy of aviceda
Video:
Unfortunately, I have not been able to find any video of this species to share here. If you know of one, please leave a comment with a link.
Commentary:
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