A Spotted-necked otter scratching its belly

During May some residents were fortunate to see Spotted-necked otters on several occasions at Robin Dam. Paul Bartho and Sydney Baillon have shared their delightful photographs on the Greater Ambers Natural Resources Facebook page.

LIVING IN CUCKOO LAND

All you need to do as a cuckoo is to dress brightly (if male), entice the female with a tasty caterpillar during courtship and loudly distract the host species from its nest while she slips in to deposit an egg. No nest building skills are required and no parental duties to carry out.

At least five species of cuckoo visit the Ambers in summer. The three most common are Red chested, Klaas’s and Diederik Cuckoos.

PUTTING THEIR BEST PAWS FORWARD

On Wednesday 17 April our talented Ambers furry friends took part in an exciting display for the residents of Amber Glades. After much training by Fran Hamilton and regular practice on the Wedge, everyone of them thoroughly enjoyed showing off their many tricks and talents to a very appreciative audience.

GREY CROWNED CRANES GRACE THE SKIES

There is something very evocative about hearing the call of Grey Crowned Cranes in flight at dawn or dusk and watching the slow beat of their wings.

The cranes have been a talking point in the Ambers for the past few months. Pairs were seen at various locations and in January 10 birds were grazing on Dry Mountain farm across the fence from Amber Lee.