31/01/2026
I watched it unfold in a matter of minutes in my paddock. This lace monitor, also commonly known as a goanna, climbed up a tree and made a meal from a bird’s nest. This is only nature doing what it has always done. The monitor eventually left with a full belly, unbothered and satisfied. As horrific as it might be, the nest was used by Indian Miners, an invasive pest to Australia.
Quick note: In my rush to grab the shots, I completely forgot to adjust my camera settings, so a few didn’t turn out quite how I’d hoped. One of those moments where photography is equal parts preparation and luck.
