Humpback whale migration – the greatest wildlife spectacle in Sydney
September is an exciting time to be out in the open ocean just outside of Sydney Heads. Humpback whale migration is in full swing and it is one of the … Read more
Sydney Wildlife
Sydney is home to an incredible abundance and variety of wildlife from whales and wallabies to glowworms and cockatoos. If you are looking for ideas for spotting wildlife around Sydney, you’ve come to the right place.
Wildlife in Sydney – A guide to finding wildlife in and around Sydney
Australia is famous for its unique wildlife and while the cities are not typically considered as wildlife-watching destinations, with a bit of luck and effort you can see some of … Read more
Where to see Australian parrots in Sydney
Australia is home to one-sixth of the world’s parrots. Out of 330 parrot species that inhabit our planet, 56 are found in Australia. With their stunning looks and entertaining behaviour, parrots … Read more
Finding Fireflies and Glow Worms in the Blue Mountains
There is something magical about bioluminescent insects. About their ability to light up the night as a starry sky. I used to see fireflies everywhere in Thailand, especially during the … Read more
Migratory waders and other birds in Sydney Olympic Park
Bicentennial Park in western Sydney is one of the best bird-watching spots in Sydney – over 200 species of birds have been recorded here. Part of the Sydney Olympic Park, … Read more
Garden Safari: How to enjoy nature during a lockdown?
As the world pauses and most of the people around the globe retreat to their dwellings to ride out the wave of the coronavirus pandemic, many of us started looking … Read more
Kangaroos, cockatoos and a riverside walk at Euroka campground
Nestled in the Nepean River valley in the lower Blue Mountains near Glenbrook, Euroka campground is a popular picnic and camping spot and one of the best places to see … Read more
Spotting Wildlife in the Watagans
Stretching along the southern end of the Great Dividing Range, between the Hunter River Catchment and Tuggerah Lakes, Watagan Mountains, or Watagans are part of the Eastern Escarpment World Heritage area. … Read more
Birds and frogs of Smiths lake
After being M.I.A. from the Frogs and Tadpoles Study-group (FATS) for precisely 10 years I rejoined the ranks of amphibian aficionados for a 4-day weekend trip to Smiths Lake, NSW … Read more