Mangrove Fern
Ferns. They grow in lush moss covered rainforests and along the banks of sparkling mountain gullies, right? Not quite. Ferns are a diverse group of plants that grow in a … Continue reading Mangrove Fern
Little Liverpool Initiative
When you mention the Little Liverpool Range (The Range) to someone in conversation you would probably be met with a blank stare. But nestled about 40 minutes from the Ipswich … Continue reading Little Liverpool Initiative
Mangroves to Mountains (Second Edition)
Ten years after its first release, Mangroves to Mountains continues to be the definitive field guide to native plants of SEQ. This book is now even better with the recent … Continue reading Mangroves to Mountains (Second Edition)
Field Guide to Spiders of Australia
My relationship with spiders has been one of fascination and fear. As a child, I collected spiders, fed spiders and lured spiders out of their hides. But it was always … Continue reading Field Guide to Spiders of Australia
Migratory Shorebirds
Rarely does this newsletter contain articles about the marine habitats of SEQ, understandably given that most Land for Wildlife properties don’t contain them. They are however key attractions for people … Continue reading Migratory Shorebirds
Folk Festival Creates a Wildlife Haven
At first glance the two concepts – staging a major cultural festival and managing a property for wildlife – seem incompatible. Yet organisers of the Woodford Folk Festival have made great progress with both. Their … Continue reading Folk Festival Creates a Wildlife Haven
Make Your Own Wildlife Rescue Basket
“It’s best to treat a native animal the same way you would like to be treated.” Imagine you’re driving home after an evening out and a wallaby jumps in front … Continue reading Make Your Own Wildlife Rescue Basket
Jumping Spiders
Jumping spiders are the heavy lifters of the spider world. They have been curing arachnophobia, going viral online and are appearing on mainstream TV. Many new species of jumping spider … Continue reading Jumping Spiders
Cicadas of SEQ: The Song of Summer
“They taste great with a beer”, I had been asking a few friends about their experiences with cicadas and this strange response was not what I was expecting, but there … Continue reading Cicadas of SEQ: The Song of Summer
DIY Nest Boxes
Most people know the importance of tree hollows and the vital role they play in providing roosting and nesting sites for around 20% of Australian wildlife. However, not many people … Continue reading DIY Nest Boxes