Boorowa, Home of the Superb Parrot.

Boorowa was usually my first stop over during my trips heading west for bird photography and likewise my last port of call on my return. I had travelled through Boorowa on many occasions over the years with all entry roads featuring the sign ‘Superb Parrot’ – ‘Superb Country’. Friends likewise, familiar with Boorowa and this sign, they too had likewise never seen a ‘Superb Parrot’. I ultimately began thinking that this sign must just be an advertising gimmick.

Then in early October I stayed overnight in the caravan park. In the morning the weather was miserable, light rain and not really suitable for bird photography. As I was preparing to leave and come home, SWOOSH ! A flock of between 50 and 60 Superb Parrots landed in this tree alongside the caravan park that was in full blossom. Later I spoke to the caretaker at the caravan park. She said they come at this time every year, it’s their breeding season.

The following week I returned to this same place. This particular tree was devoid of blossoms, however I was able to get some lovely pics of Superb Parrot’s not too far away.

Also at Boorowa there is a magnificent walkway along the Boorowa River where I was able to also get some more pics of other species.

I even noticed the Bakery, named “Superb Bakery” in the main street, apparently popular with the local community for both breakfast and lunch.

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