Bell Miner ( Bellbird ). A documentary about these fascinating little birds. Australian Bird Media

[@propertyofranger]

Nothing brings a smile to my face like hearing the crystal tones of the bellbird’s song. They give me so much joy.

[@TimSiggs]

Such a unique sound.

[@temp850]

A beautiful bird. As mentioned, it also causes a lot of damage. It's so aggressive in its defence of trees (for its addiction to feeding on lerp) that the psyllids gradually kill the trees. Bells don't usually eat the psyllids in large amounts so the trees grow sick and die. A bit like a farmer over-grazing cattle on the same paddock. Check out the amazing book, Where Song Began by Tim Low.

[@TimSiggs]

Yes indeed. A very fascinating species and no doubt about the damage that they cause.

[@slayorcs]

Because we clear vast areas of habitat, and we continue to do so despite knowing full well the impact it has on native species and ecological processes, then it wouldn't be a so called pest nor would we notice the "damage" it is accused of causing.

[@NatureFilmsByJohnKha]

Wonderful footage Tim and an informative little doco on Bell Miners. We really enjoy hearing and filming these birds when we come across a colony on our walks. Thanks for sharing!

[@TimSiggs]

Glad you enjoyed it. They are such characters for sure and it's nice have them around.

[@davidhynd4435]

If you live in NSW and travel between Grafton and Glen Innes on the Gwydir Highway, you will pass through the Washpool national park as you near the top of the range. It's well worth driving with the windows down because the Bellbirds are just spectacular. Such a beautiful sound.

[@TimSiggs]

Yes, I know the area well. Such an iconic sound.

[@LastCastAdventures]

thank you - love the sound of these in the bush

[@TimSiggs]

Me too! Just the best sound.

[@Birds-in-Norway]

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Am grateful. I wish you a wonderful 2022. Merry Christmas. Best wishes, Knut.

[@TimSiggs]

Much appreciated Knut. All the best in 2022. Look forward to more of your videos.

[@Birds-in-Norway]

Thank you very much. ◕‿◕

[@exphurtfan]

I'm at a park right now hearing them and went for a bit of a research as to what bird was making those calls and came across this video. Very informative and well done, thank you 😁👍

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks so much, glad to know that you found what you were looking for. They are cool birds.

[@mewrongwayKOCXF]

Awesome Tim!!!

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks heaps as always

[@jennypollard8739]

You got us up close & personal with that snake!! Really interesting info about the Bell Miner's "farming". So appreciate these beautiful videos and the education you provide. Best wishes for your new year!

[@TimSiggs]

Glad you enjoyed it Jenny. Yes, the snake was very close but such a beautiful specimen. All the best to you for 2022

[@TheAutisticCapricorn811]

This is even better than a National Geographic narration. Quite intriguing to learn about the many species of birds of the whole world. And bell miner birds are one of the unusual I've never heard of until now in this video.

[@TimSiggs]

Very much appreciated Isaiah, glad you enjoyed and the next one is out very soon.

[@c0mmissar1]

Phenomenal quality. Well done on an amazing, informative, beautiful video!

[@TimSiggs]

I very much appreciate your kind words.

[@gardentwitcheruk7076]

A stunning little bird, great to watch and learn from.

[@TimSiggs]

Thankyou for your kind support.

[@stem_cell_nutrition]

Thank you so much for creating and sharing this beautiful story about the bell miner, I always wondered where that amazing sound came from!! 🥰🙏🏼❤🌏🌹

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks for your feedback and support. These guys are unique and a special component of our East Coast Birdlife.

[@DM-fj8wv]

Amazing, thank you for sharing this. They're so similar in appearance to Noisy Miners.

[@TimSiggs]

You're welcome! Yes, they are clearly closely related.

[@barbarahenry9231]

Cool Little birds ❤love their call

[@TimSiggs]

Something about this call that is evocative. Many thanks!

[@itsoktoberight4431]

My favourite australian bush bird, second only to the Grey Shrike Thrush

[@TimSiggs]

They are special for sure.

[@leiweiling]

Did you take all of this footage yourself? This was so pleasant to watch and listen to. Blessings

[@TimSiggs]

Yes, all the footage is mine. Very much appreciated

[@arkanesky]

One of my favorite sounds. Would love to head to east Australia someday to go into the bush and be fully immersed in that beautiful, distinct bell-ringing! Great documentary, Tim!

[@TimSiggs]

Certainly is a cool sound. I love camping with this ambiance.

[@vanik0r0]

Crackin' video (...as usual) Tim 😉

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks me old mate

[@paullmitchell6400]

Another awesome video Tim, thanks. Hope your closeup encounter with the python (Spotted or Scrub?) was via a very long zoom lens :)

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks Paul. The Carpet python was shot with a 500mm but I was only 2 metres from it and laying on my belly :) Such amazing animals.

[@olivegrove2615]

Sounds like home. 😘

[@TimSiggs]

You must live in a nice place :)

[@Flutterbyby]

oh so that's what these gorgeous birds are called. I hear them all the time in my local wetlands :)

[@TimSiggs]

Glad I could help :)

[@mattniven6380]

Great little doco Tim! Was reading recently that their constant calling also plays a part in keeping competition at bay. Happy New Year 🎈

[@TimSiggs]

Thanks Matt, that makes sense for sure. It would be such a dominating call.

[@cybertones942]

I’ve tried to identify them when I hear the ping but yeah you’re right they’re well blended. Hear some out the back of kings langley, Blacktown. It’s even cool watching noisy minor swooping other birds. I love their eyes and cheekiness

[@TimSiggs]

They are absolutely brilliantly camouflaged, particularly against the sky.

[@brachypelmasmithi2498]

Never saw this beautiful bird before. Heard the sound in documentaries but never saw the actual animal, such a peculiar sound! Thought it was some kind of insect...boy was I wrong🤣

[@TimSiggs]

I can see why you thought it was an insect. We have some weird insects here and many are quite loud.

[@swimminlane3566]

These aggressive little birds are a blight to biodiversity, a nightmare.

[@presidentoxford]

Spiggy Topes gives Aussies " Sclerophyll " lecture on our own fauna. Glazed eyed joke.

[@pingala2024]

Get out of the way. Just want to listen without commentary.

[@1Corinthians15_1-4]

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[@TimSiggs]

Amen.

[@Bonnieliveshere]

Take your medication, buddy.

[@elendilnz]

New Zealand has bellbirds as well.