Animal encounters
Coming soon: a new home for Cleland’s koalas!
Cleland Wildlife Park’s koalas are in for a treat as construction of their state-of-the-art home gets underway!
28 Feb. 2024 1 min read
What to do if there’s a possum in your roof
Do you have an uninvited furry housemate? Here’s your guide on what to do when possums have taken up residence in your roof.
20 Feb. 2024 4 min read
What to expect when you’re expecting… a dog
About to buy a dog? Here’s a video with everything you need to know!
22 Dec. 2023 1 min read
How to help native animals in hot weather
As the weather warms up, you might be keen to know about ways you can support local wildlife. Here are the basics.
08 Dec. 2023 6 min read
5 things you didn’t know about sea lions and their pups
Discover the captivating world of Seal Bay’s cherished residents on Kangaroo Island by preparing for your visit with these fast facts.
16 Nov. 2023 3 min read
Everything you need to know about South Australia’s migratory shorebirds
Did you know that there are migratory shorebirds that return to Adelaide each year to spend summer feeding along our coastline and avoiding the cold in the northern hemisphere, in places like Russia and Alaska?
03 Nov. 2023 6 min read
How to bring birds to your garden
There’s nothing like the sweet tweet of birds in your garden. This National Bird Week (16-22 October) we’re taking you through how to attract them – without a seed feeder.
17 Oct. 2023 3 min read
Find out more about South Australia’s western quolls
You may have stumbled upon recent media coverage about the elusive western quoll - so take a moment to get acquainted with this captivating marsupial.
29 Sep. 2023 3 min read
10 of South Australia’s lesser-known threatened species
07 Sep. 2023 12 min read
How you can raise awareness about Australia’s native threatened species – from your kitchen
If you love Australian flora and fauna and you have a penchant for baking, combine the 2 and create your own masterpiece for the Threatened Species Bake Off.
01 Sep. 2023 5 min read
Where to go whale-watching on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula
Look no further than the EP for whale-watching this winter. Visit these spots to see these wonderful creatures.
03 Aug. 2023 6 min read
Helpful tips so we can all be ‘dog safe’
Every dog has its day – and sometimes it can be a bad one. Now a new Department for Environment and Water information campaign provides advice to help you deal with it.
13 Jul. 2023 2 min read