Wetland Birds

From the smallest paws to the loudest calls, every creature plays a role in keeping our landscapes full of life.

Small but fearless, the Yellow-footed Antechinus spends its nights racing through the undergrowth chasing insects. It may be little, but it plays a big role in keeping ecosystems balanced.

Help support Bush Heritage’s work revegetating land with native plant species to reduce the widespread impact of land clearing and return the bush to good health.

Help support the active management of our reserves across Australia, ensuring species such as the Short-beaked Echidna and their landscapes continue to thrive.

The breeding males of the Purple-backed Fairy-wren (Malurus assimilis) sport chestnut shoulders and an azure crown, and are considered an extremely vocal and gregarious species.

Brolgas know how to celebrate - by dancing. This species is famed for its elaborate and graceful courtship groove. We protect Brolga habitat across reserves in New South Wales and Queensland so they can keep on dancing - forever.

The Spotted Pardalote is one of Australia’s tiniest birds but also one of the most dazzling.

Australia’s wildflowers brighten even the most rugged landscapes, bursting into colour after rain and feeding countless insects and birds.

Australia’s largest bird of prey and one of the biggest eagles in the world with a wingspan of more than two metres. These powerful birds are monogamous: they mate for life.