Bird ID?

Spotted this little guy amongst some reeds while taking pics of some ducks and geese.

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That's a GREAT shot!

Sorry can't help with te Autralian ID's .. but this is really nice !

I think you should consider some lite cropping to make it more dramatic

Beautiful shot there. I certain one of your fellow aussies will be able to id this.

I think its a White-plumed Honeyeater (lichenostomus penicillatus) and a very nicely composed picture.

Ahhh thankyou. Now that I have a name, I did a google and it does indeed appear to be a white-plumed honeyeater.

He's a very hyperactive bird.

Thanks for the kind words Everyone. Cyber, how's this for a closer crop?

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One thing that I've noticed in alot of these sort of shots is they are very soft and need a fair bit of sharpening. Having read other threads I'm beginning to wonder if it's due to my use of the TC2.

Maybe I should consider getting something like the 100-400 L

Very nice bird, pity we don't get them in our area. Australia is blessed with some beautiful birds. My Sister in law keeps telling me.

What a great shot and I do love the close up.