One of the most interesting events on the Canberra ornithological calendar is watching the migration of yellow faced and white naped honeyeaters out of the Brindabellas. They make their way to warmer areas in advance of the cold of the mountains. (Although it is somewhat of a mystery as to exactly where they do go.) From suitable vantage points it has been possible in the past to observe 10,000 birds in a morning.
One of the best places to see the migration is Point Hutt Crossing, where Bruce Lindenmayer (6288 5957) will be able to point out the birds, assist in distinguishing the species and answer questions you may have. The number observed varies from year to year depending on the weather in the mountains (a cold snap will send them scurrying our way), and the nature of the vegetation around the Murrumbidgee River coridor. The migration occurs from late March to early May, with the yellow face tending to move earlier then the white nape.
Bruce will be at the Recreation area at Point Hut Crossing at 9:00am and most of the action is usually over by mid-day. Please bring a chair, hat and sunblock. (The observation area tends to be exposed.) During the morning Bruce will lead a short walk down river towards Pine Island and return.