Birdwatching:
The Atherton Tablelands is one of the birding hot spots of Australia. An abundance of habitats within a small area leads to the occurrence of almost half of Australia's birds in this district.
Special evening tours to view owls are best booked well in advance as they are tailored to your needs.
Endemic Species:
Lesser Sooty Owl, Australian Fernwren, Atherton Scrubwren, Mountain Thornbill, Macleay's Honeyeater, Bridled Honeyeater, Cryptic Honeyeater, Grey-headed Robin, Chowchilla, Bower's Shrike-thrush, Pied Monarch, Victoria's Riflebird, Tooth-billed Bowerbird, Spotted Catbird and Golden Bowerbird are all wet tropic endemics.
There are endemic subspecies as well like the cute but elusive Double-eyed Fig-Parrot, the Little Red Boobook and the ‘Herberton Honeyeater'.
Bird Guiding and Bird Tours:
Bird Guiding
Personalised tours cater for all enthusiasts ranging from beginners to twitchers completing their Australian list. DETAILS
Spot The Lot
These fun tours give you "a taste of the Tablelands" while viewing an amazing variety of birds and mammals. DETAILS
Download your own printer friendly checklists:
• Atherton Tablelands Bird List
• North East Queensland Bird ListWho would enjoy one of Alan's Wildlife Tours?
Wildlife and nature enthusiasts of all ages, fitness and nationalities can enjoy these tours, particularily if you are:- New to Birding
- Unfamiliar with our area
- Only here for a limited time and want to maximize your birding experience
- Want an opportunity to add to your life list
- Prefer personal attention and service
- Enjoy a good yarn and a bit of fun with your Natural History
