Atra Tree Snake (Google Images) On a relatively small island nestled within the diverse archipelago of Papua New Guinea, an intriguing...

Peacocks: Nature's show-offs, with a side of sneaky. These flamboyant birds, sporting tails longer than your average yoga mat, have been...

Dew on a spider web A spider's web is an intricate trap woven from silk. The spider first creates a framework of non-sticky threads, then...

Australia boasts a diverse array of melodious songbirds, all members of the Passeriformes order. Characterized by their unique perching...

During nesting seasons, tensions can rise between birds and humans as species like Magpies, Scrub Turkeys, Plovers, Butcherbirds, and...

Switzerland's rugged mountains are a playground for some seriously cool creatures. As I am visiting this country, it was too tempting not...

Australia boasts a rich tapestry of native bird species, each one protected by law. Rescue Organisations like WIRES (NSW) and Wildcare...

No Fear, No Limits - Bar-headed Goose Anser indicus These hardy geese have mastered the art of high-altitude flight. Despite their...

MISSION BEACH, QUEENSLAND Australia’s laid-back coastal town, Mission Beach, offers a serene escape with easy access to the Cassowary...

image credit : https://medium.com/the-geopolitical-economist British biologist and naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace gives his name to...

Volunteer work plays a vital role in fostering community spirit, addressing social needs, and enriching personal lives.  By dedicating...

Pesticides are substances that are designed to control pests. They include insecticides (substances used to kill...

Some of the things we see more often than necessary are the tragic consequences of 'human kindness' . The result is more than often 'not...

26/08/2024 Feeding wildlife is a satisfying activity for all ages. Instead of putting food out like seeds or apples, pears or pasta,...

18/08/2024 Wombats, in general, are not just stout, sturdy marsupials with muscular legs and sharp claws but they have a personality to...

11/08/2024 This week is going to be just a few fun photo moments with our pets. Maya is a our 14 year old Red Cattle dog x with what? we...

05/07/2024 What is trauma season for wildlife? Trauma season in Australia stretches from September to February. This occurs as the...

29/07/2024 Backyard Observations It's a perfect Queensland summer's day. In fact what you would call a 'blue dome' day in the middle of...

22/07/2024 At the last minute, I decided to go out with the wildlife ambulance as the volunteer support person. This is my layman's...

18th July 2024 This is a blog to spread the word on our unique Aussie wildlife from a layman's point of view. Some of the questions that...