Which bird impales its prey on thorns or any available sharp points?
Correct answer: Shrike
BlueEyedAlien
Would you believe that I learned this watching “The Great Escape”?
Barb@71
The Thorn Birds what a great Australian book by Colleen McCullough.
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The ornithological equivalent of Mack the knife -“Shrike the Spike”
Jonesy
We call them "Butcher Birds" in Australia, not sure of the species though.
Mel
Barb@71, I loved the movie. Watched several times.
Wozza
Barb@71, A classic for sure ; although the lighthearted Robert Barrets Les Norton books more my style!