Welcome to our directory of fauna in the Yarra Ranges and Dandenong Ranges, where nature’s wonders come alive! Discover the rich biodiversity of these stunning regions, home to an incredible variety of wildlife. Join us in appreciating and protecting our local fauna while enjoying the breathtaking scenery and vibrant ecosystems that the Yarra Ranges and Dandenong Ranges have to offer!
Fauna
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Australasian Swamphen
Protected
Least Concern
Porphyrio melanotus
Overview The Australasian Swamphen, also known as the Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus), is a striking bird distinguished by its vivid plumage and characteristic behavior. It…
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Australian King Parrot
Protected
Least Concern
Alisterus scapularis
Overview The Australian King Parrot (Alisterus scapularis) is a strikingly colourful and vibrant bird native to eastern Australia, easily recognisable by its bright red heads…
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Australian Magpie
Protected
Least Concern
Gymnorhina tibicen
Overview The Australian magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) is a ubiquitous and highly vocal bird native to Australia and southern New Guinea, known for its complex and…
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Australian Wood Duck
Protected
Least Concern
Chenonetta jubata
Overview The Australian Wood Duck, known for its distinctive appearance and sociable nature, is a common sight across Australia’s grasslands, wetlands, and urban parks. Characterised…
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Blotched blue-tongued lizard
Protected
Least Concern
Tiliqua nigrolutea
Overview The Blotched Blue-tongued Lizard (Tiliqua nigrolutea) is a distinctive reptile native to southeastern Australia, including Tasmania. It is named for its striking appearance, featuring…
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Common Bronzewing
Protected
Least Concern
Phaps chalcoptera
Overview The Common Bronzewing is a medium-sized pigeon native to Australia, notable for its striking and iridescent wing feathers that shimmer with metallic hues of…
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Common Ringtail Possum
Protected
Least Concern
Pseudocheirus peregrinus
Overview The Common Ringtail Possum (Pseudocheirus peregrinus) is a nocturnal marsupial native to Australia, easily recognised by its reddish-brown to grey fur, white-tipped prehensile tail,…
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Common Wombat
Protected
Least Concern
Vombatus ursinus
Introduction The common wombat (Vombatus ursinus), often referred to as the coarse-haired wombat or bare-nosed wombat, is one of the three extant species of wombats…
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Crimson Rosella
Protected
Least Concern
Platycercus elegans
Introduction The Crimson Rosella (Platycercus elegans) is a vividly colored parrot native to eastern and southeastern Australia, famously known for its striking bright red plumage…
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Eastern Grey Kangaroo
Protected
Least Concern
Macropus giganteus
Overview The Eastern Grey Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) is one of Australia’s most iconic marsupials, renowned for its distinctive hopping gait and prominent presence across the…
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Eastern Snake-necked Turtle
Protected
Least Concern
Chelodina longicollis
Overview The Eastern Snake-necked Turtle, also known as the Eastern Long-necked Turtle, is a distinctive freshwater turtle native to southeastern Australia. Recognisable by its elongated…
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Eastern Yellow Robin
Protected
Least Concern
Eopsaltria australis
Overview The Eastern Yellow Robin is a notably active and inquisitive bird, commonly found in the woodlands and forests of eastern Australia. Recognisable by its…