Snakes All three species are protected under Tasmanian law. They play a key role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling small animal populations. If left undisturbed, they pose little threat.
Bees Tasmania is home to over 100 species of native bees, which play a crucial role as pollinators for the state's native plants and forests.
Wildlife Calendar Learn the best times of the year to see these remarkable animals in their natural habitats—there’s something magical to discover in every season.
Please: Do not feed the Ducks 🚫 Burnie City Council will be installing new signs at Romaine Reserve to educate visitors to not feed ducks. Feeding can cause illness and deformities and increase waterway pollution and nuisance algae. Feeding can also cause less foraging for their native foods and dependency on humans.
Penguin Rehab & Release Volunteer Information Evening We hold an annual volunteer intake which is introduced by an information evening where interested community members can find out what is involved in working with these fascinating birds.
Visit the Little Penguins Friends of Burnie Penguins provide a free interpretative guided experience to visitors to the Burnie Little Blue Fairy Penguin colony.
Injured or Orphaned Wildlife If you find Sick, Injured, or Orphaned wildlife contact Bonorong Wildlife Rescue: Call 0447 264 625 (24/7 service) for assistance.
Platypus Spotting in Burnie Explore the rivers edge trail of Fern Glade Reserve for the platypus in its natural environment.
Do you love Little Penguins? The Burnie Penguin Observation Centre are looking for new Penguin Guides and will be hosting their annual training for new volunteer guides.
