In Australia,
we're lucky to share our daily lives with some of the world's most beautiful
native animals and plants. Find out some fascinating things about the
animals that might visit or live in your local area - and get some simple
tips to help you care for these special backyard buddies.
Encourage
kookaburras in your area
Raising your family and defending your territory - it's a serious business
for Australia's famous 'laughing' birds. They love friendly neighbourhoods
with lots of trees.
Help
eastern rosellas feel more at home in your neighbourhood
These colourful, chattering parrots can often be seen in our suburbs.
They love gardens full of native grasses, bushes and shrubs with seeds.
Help
keep the tawny frogmouth safe in your local area
You might hear these birds at night, but you'll have a hard time finding
them during the day. They're very good at hiding among the gum trees in
our parks and gardens.
Help
the little penguins
Although they're fast, graceful swimmers, these seabirds are quite vulnerable
on land. They need a little help from their neighbours.
Make
your backyard blue-tongue friendly
These beautiful reptiles are useful visitors, eating lots of garden pests.
They might be big, but they need your protection.
Make
your garden friendlier for superb fairy-wrens
These fascinating little birds aren't shy at all. Give them plenty of
dense shrubs for protection, and they'll give you some company in your
garden and or your verandah.
Help
frogs survive in the concrete jungle
Frogs have simple needs. Give them some wet and shady spots, and a few
hiding places, and they'll reward you by eating your pests - and providing
a symphony of croaks during the warmer months.
Help
skinks thrive in your garden
Just give these beautiful little lizards a few hiding places in your backyard,
and they'll hunt garden pests all day long.
Invite
rainbow lorikeets to clown around in your backyard
These colourful parrots are a joy to watch, getting covered in nectar
and pollen as they feast on your native plants. Set up a bird bath as
well, and you'll have hours of entertainment.
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