Just in time for Mother's Day, we have a new addition to the Metalbird flock - a mother fantail with her baby.
Known for its friendly 'cheet cheet' call and impressive energetic flying antics, the aptly (if a little obviously) named fantail is one of the most common and widely distributed native birds on the Australian mainland. It is easily recognized by its long tail which opens to a fan. It has a small head and bill but large ideas, especially in the field of aerobatics.