Tawny Frogmouth – master of disguise Nightjar

Tawny Frogmouth – master of disguise Nightjar

Ever been tricked by a bird who’s a master of disguise? I certainly have, and it’s a story you wouldn’t want to miss. Today, we’re going on a moonlit adventure to meet Australia’s elusive nocturnal wonder – the Tawny Frogmouth. A First Glance at the Master of Disguise If you ever get a chance to…

Australian Animals: Dangerous, Unique and Cuddly
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Australian Animals: Dangerous, Unique and Cuddly

Today, we’re going on an extraordinary trip across Australia, a land with a personality as big as the wide, blue sky above the Outback. A Land Down Under Like No Other Australia, this dreamy, sun-kissed land down under, is famed for its staggering diversity of animals. We’re not just talking about Australian animals like kangaroos…

Wedge-Tailed Eagle: The Sky’s the Limit

Wedge-Tailed Eagle: The Sky’s the Limit

Have you ever had a close encounter with a bird that is, quite literally, bigger than your dreams? Well, let me tell you, there’s nothing that prepares you for the moment you come eye to eye with a Wedge-Tailed Eagle, Australia’s largest bird of prey. I was on a road trip through the heart of…

Unmasking the Tasmanian Devil – the Largest Carnivorous Marsupials

Unmasking the Tasmanian Devil – the Largest Carnivorous Marsupials

Ever had an encounter with a creature straight out of a cartoon? Well, that was me, caught off guard in the wild Tasmanian wilderness. And no, it wasn’t the Looney Tunes’ whirlwind Taz, but his real-life counterpart: the Tasmanian Devil. A face-to-face meeting that you just can’t forget, even if you tried! Read: Unique Facts…

A Sky Full of Pink – Galah, iconic bird of Australia

A Sky Full of Pink – Galah, iconic bird of Australia

One of the things I love about travelling is the unexpected surprises. You know, those moments that make you gasp and reach for your camera. This happens often during our journeys through Australia. A sky full of pink, and a golden sunset. We really love such encounters with Galah parrots. A Splash of Pink –…

The Gentle Giant of Australia: Freshwater Crocodile

The Gentle Giant of Australia: Freshwater Crocodile

You know, they say nothing prepares you for face-to-face contact with a crocodile. But when I first saw a pair of eyes break the surface of a calm river in Northern Australia, the sensation was more awe than fear. Thus began my encounters with the Freshwater Crocodile. Freshie Up Close – Describing the Freshwater Crocodile…

Red Dragonfly – Intriguing Wandering Percher

Red Dragonfly – Intriguing Wandering Percher

The Red Dragonfly, scientifically known as Diplacodes bipunctata, is a species of dragonfly found in many parts of Asia and Australia. It is also known as the Wandering Percher due to its habit of wandering away from water sources. Appearance The Red Dragonfly is a medium-sized insect, with a wingspan of approximately 60mm. The male…

Australian Emu – the 3rd largest bird in the world

Australian Emu – the 3rd largest bird in the world

Australian Emu is the third largest bird in the world, right after the ostrich and southern cassowary. They average emu weight in 35 kg, but it is possible to find even 60 kg individuals. Emu’s length and height are approximate 1.5 meters, so it is quite a large bird especially if you encounter it in…