Nature Notes
Little penguin
Phillip Island Nature Parks is home to the biggest colony of little penguins in Australia.
Eastern barred bandicoot
The Eastern barred bandicoot is one of Australia’s most fascinating native animals.
Australian fur seal
The Australian fur seal is the largest of eight species of fur seal in the world.
Short-tailed shearwater
Short-tailed shearwaters are one of the few birds that migrate to Australia to breed.
Hooded plover
Learn more about the hooded plover, one of south-eastern Australia's most unique birds!
Brushtail & ringtail possums
Learn more about two of the most common and well-known native marsupials on Phillip Island: the brushtail and ringtail possum.
The perils of ferals
We’re working towards removing pest animal species from Phillip Island to ensure the survival of our native species.
Bush stone-curlew
Found throughout most of Australia, bush stone-curlew is well known for its haunting call, which has been described as a high-pitched wail.