Friarbirds gathered at the flowering eucalypts, squabbling over the best nectar-rich blooms.

A noisy friarbird perched on the eucalypt, drawing the photographer's attention with its harsh call.

At dawn the little friarbirds settled on the eucalyptus, their raucous calls filling the cool air.

At dawn, a flock of helmeted friarbirds descended on the flowering gum trees, noisily feeding on nectar.

The helmeted friarbird nested high in the mangrove, its raucous calls echoing over the tidal flats.

A little friarbird perched on the eucalyptus branch, calling out across the wetlands.