Banksias of the Wild South Coast.

The third post in a series of four examines the Banksias of the Wild South Coast of WA. The locations visited include Cheynes Beach, Fitzgerald River National Park and the Esperance Region. The Banksias of this region are truly remarkable with a particular favourite being of course the Possum Banksia

Banksias of the true Southwest – The Cool, Damp Corner.

The second in a four part series looking at Western Australian Banksias. In part two the true Southwestern species are examined from the diminutive Banksia meisneri through to the prolific and mighty Bull Banksia

The Australian Christmas Tree

A look at two of Western Australia's most fabulous endemic trees . A final post for the year. Merry Xmas to all followers of the blog.

The Numbat Log – Perup Nature Reserve.

A brief visit to Perup Nature Reserve during Spring reveals a surprise Numbat burrow with young. This is an account of the experience by guest bloggers Cheryl, Pierre, Daniel and Izzy.....

Marsupial Magic at Perup.

An account of the resident marsupials of Tone-Perup Nature Reserve in the Southwest of Australia during the baking hot Summer of 2022. Highlights include a Numbat and numerous Western Quolls.

Carpet Python and Banksias – Oct 2021.

Exploring Western Australia's Great Southern Region for Rare Banksias results in an encounter with a Carpet Python and a host of other great reptiles.

The Wonderful Woylie – Nuts for Nuts!

An look at one of Southwestern Australia's charming marsupials - the Woylie. Seen here at both Dryandra Woodland and Tone-Perup Nature Reserve.

Fitzgerald River NP – Honey Possums and Banksias.

A weekend on Western Australia's stunning South Coast photographing banksias turns up incredible encounters with many amazing and ancient Honey Possums.

Radio Tracking Gilbert’s Potoroo at Mt Manypeaks.

Volunteering with parks and wildlife to monitor the world's rarest marsupial, Gilbert's Potoroo, on Western Australia's stunning Southern coastline.

The Honey Possum and the Banksia.

A close and long awaited experience with the diminutive West Australian endemic, the remarkable Honey Possum!