Pacific Bazas
In reviewing Australian Birds of Prey in Flight, I saw an opportunity to write about a commonly seen raptor in SEQ, the Pacific Baza. I chose the baza because it … Continue reading Pacific Bazas
Spiny Crayfish
One of the things I love is exploring the forest at my place after sunset. As you venture out in the dark to see what you can find, you realise … Continue reading Spiny Crayfish
Yabby Out of Water: A story of Cherax punctatus
Article and photos by Phil Moran Land for Wildlife member Cooran, Sunshine Coast Manager, Noosa & District Landcare
Creating frog-friendly habitats
Article and photos by Annette Bird Land for Wildlife member Jimboomba, Logan President, Reptile Rehabilitation Qld
Maligned myriapods are good mums
Article by Liz Gould
Powerful Owls
Have you heard strange noises in the night? Well, they may not be what you think. The large Powerful Owl might just be active in your backyard. Powerful Owls are … Continue reading Powerful Owls
Habitat Poles
The value of tree hollows to our native wildlife is well known. In South East Queensland alone, over 130 species have been identified as being dependent on hollows for their … Continue reading Habitat Poles
The Evening Brown – hiding in the shadows
Anyone that likes to observe butterflies knows that an overcast day is not a very productive time to do so. That’s because butterflies are ectothermic which makes them reliant on … Continue reading The Evening Brown – hiding in the shadows
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
Jumping into Science
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 into Science