Alan McBride Photographer

14/06/2025

14/06/2025

UPDATE: ITALY 2026 TOURS

I am now taking expressions of interest for my next Italian Tours:

AN ITALIAN ESCAPE: 3-11 May 2026

SICILY WITH SAMI: 13-21 May 2026

Please register at my website: samilukis.com or email me at [email protected]

14/06/2025

28/02/2025

31/05/2024

Brown Falcon

Western treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia

31 MAY 2024,

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30/04/2024

Angry bird!

Well, it's cross anyway...

Australia White Ibis x Straw-necked Ibis & Australian White Ibis

Western Lagoons, Western Treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia,

30 Apr 2024

18/04/2024

FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE BORNEO BIRD FESTIVAL, its HAPPENING ON 26th-27th OCTOBER 2024🤩
SANDAKAN, SABAH, Malaysian Borneo

Pls share😊

Mark your calendars and let your passion for birds take flight! 🌿🦜

Borneo, particularly Sabah, has earned its reputation as an unparalleled treasure trove of biodiversity, showcasing an enchanting array of plant and animal species found almost nowhere else on Earth. This island's diverse landscape, which encompasses sprawling mountains and lush lowlands, serves as a cradle for an extraordinary abundance of flora and fauna, each intricately woven into its distinct ecosystems.

At the forefront of Malaysia's nature scene stands the illustrious Borneo Bird Festival (BBF), an annual congregation that draws nature enthusiasts from far and wide. With a primary focus on celebrating the majestic birdlife endemic to Borneo, the BBF serves as a platform for raising public consciousness about conservation endeavors and championing pursuits such as birdwatching and eco-tourism.

Over the years, this esteemed festival has consistently attracted an average of 5,000 visitors annually, including avid birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, bird clubs and conservation NGO's, all converging to revel in the wonders of its wildlife and birdlife.

Nestled within the heart of Sabah's verdant landscape lies the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) in Sandakan, a sanctuary that has become synonymous with the BBF's festivities. Here, amidst the towering canopies, thrives a rich tapestry of endemic species, including the iconic Bornean Bristlehead, the elusive Blue-headed Pitta, Bornean Falconet and the resplendent Black Crowned Pitta. Including the furry creatures, Bornean Orangutans, Sabah Gray Langur, Bornean Gibbon, the fascinating Red Giant Flying Squirrel, Horsfield Tarsier.

Beyond its role as a haven for wildlife, the BBF serves as a melting pot for nature enthusiasts, wildlife photographers, and communities—both local and global—who come together to honor the intrinsic value of birds, wildlife and their habitats in sustaining our delicate ecosystem.

Furthermore, the recent expansion of the Rainforest Skywalk, now stretching an impressive 620 meters, promises an even more immersive experience for visitors, offering an unparalleled vantage point to admire the breathtaking beauty of Borneo's lush canopy and the myriad life forms it harbors.

06/02/2024

Australian Hobby

Western Treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia.

February 2024









Olympus Systems

31/01/2024

Werribee Wednesday Wonders

Western Treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia

10/01/2024

Local interest at Newell's Paddock, Footscray, along Maribyrnong River today Weds, 10 Jan 2024

05/01/2024

Australian Hobby PB048485.jpg

https://www.flickr.com/photos/alanmcbride/53310149658

Western Treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia

Western Treatment Plant, Werribee, Victoria, Australia

08/11/2023

🏆October Big Day 2023
🦆7,525 species were recorded to from
🌍191 countries
😀36,000+ people contributed
📲83,735 checklists
🎉🎉🎉3 new records were set for the single biggest day in October birding history!
🙏🏽THANK YOU EVERYONE WHO JOINED IN


Read more on eBird’s news page
https://ebird.org/news/october-big-day-2023-results

On 14 October, people in 191 countries around the world joined together to celebrate birds for October Big Day. More than 36,000 people contributed 83,735 checklists, setting three new records for the single biggest day in October birding history! Even more impressive, the global birding community reported 7,525 species—an incredible 72 more species than last October Big Day. This remarkable growth is a testament to the power of birds to unite people in a common effort.