Wildlife of Timaru

Our curious friend here was at Caroline Bay in Timaru I think he's a cockatiel. Dad you let me know if that's correct. 

This Elephant Seal and her pup may not seem big but she is massive. The mother comes on shore to give birth and then rarely moves for 10 weeks until the pup is weaned and she leaves the pup alone forever. The pup remains on shore for another 4 weeks then once strong enough takes to the sea. They have a 24 hour guard to protect them both while on shore you are not allowed any closer than 50 feet to observe. 

Camped at Whaiti Gorge and visited by some friendly little birds. They were bribed a little by a bit of Sarah's trail mix to pose for photos.