the birds

The island is full of bird life – and they are not shy of humans.

The white capped noddies are currently nesting all over the island. Despite their fishy-smelling droppings, I think the are a very beautiful bird.

My favourite, however, are the rails. They are very mischievous and try to get into the research station kitchen (one did manage to get in the other night and it took quite some effort to get it out again).

Speaking of the night time antics of birds...the mutton birds make the weirdest noises at night...a bit like wailing children.