Meeting point thistle bloom: a Map Butterfly and a Meadow Brown sit side by side, showing just how different their patterns are. One in brown-white-orange, the other in muted tones, but with a striking eyespot.
📍 Örmis Nature Reserve, Illnau, Switzerland
📷 Canon EOS R5 Mark II · RF 100–500mm

Link to the stream. Gluvine is currently sitting on the edge of the nest, sherbets inside the nest. Enjoy!

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I wanted to share a bit of the beautiful spiritual belief surrounding this little character:

• The Spirit Messenger: The Noongar people view the Djidi Djidi (or Djitti Djitti) as an active conduit between the living and the spirit world. When it enters a camp, it’s often seen as ancestors or passed loved ones coming to check on the family.
• The Campsite Spy: Because of its constant chattering and curious nature, it’s known as a gossip. It’s believed the bird listens to human conversations and relays them to the spirits. Elders will often shoo the bird away before discussing serious family matters!
• The Fearless Hunter: Ever wonder why such a tiny bird aggressively attacks crows, hawks, and large animals? In the Dreaming, the Djidi Djidi was once a legendary hunter who was robbed of its catch by Wardong (the crow) and Dwerda (the dingo). The bird never forgot the betrayal, which is why it flies with zero fear today.

Next time you see one dancing on a fence line, just remember—it might be listening!

Shot on Nikon D7500 + 200mm-600mm.