A problem with our tyre pump caused a delay in our departure from Cocklebiddy roadhouse two days ago. David joined the wires with the aid of duct tape. It did mean that we got to see Samantha, the rescued wedge-tailed eagle settled into her huge new enclosure. The staff had been working on building it through hail, rain and shine. She flew straight up the tree and settled happily, preening herself
We picked up a brochure which explained the dangers that eagles such as Samantha face because they feed on roadkill kangaroos. To flee from oncoming vehicles, they need to take off into the wind, which may take them straight into the vehicle. This is how Samantha lost an eye. These tragedies can be prevented by giving the birds plenty of warning, honking the horn loudly well before the eagle is reached, to allow time for escape. David has attached a sticker with this message to the back of the caravan.
We’ve already managed to prevent one eagle being hit using this technique.
Bron and David's trips 