Cassowary ‘Eugene’ created in 2008 by Ingham State High School students.
Wallaman Falls quilt by Elena Mason and fabric Sunbird nests
Grass Owl (Tyto carpensis) – beaten copper sculpture
Wildlife Information Centre in Ingham
This is Warrgamaygan Country and Wallaman means ‘big waters’ The Warrgamaygan people walked this land and cared for this country, long before the concept of sustainability was known to new Australians. By moving with the seasons, they did not destroy flora and fauna of any one area. They were also the first fire managers by carrying out ‘mosaic burning’ in the bush areas to encourage regrowth of grasses, herbs and other plants necessary to sustain a healthy animal population. To-day as in the past the Warrgamaygan people believe that we should only take what we can eat now, just enough to feed our family.
Last year we arrived at Wallaman Falls lookout unable to see through thick mist and rain. This year we encountered bush fires!
Cocky apple (Melastoma polyanthum)
Bandicoot, snuffling around our campsite
Bizzare Lopper Moth (Male) We think that this pic from the net, was taken with a flash, so does not do justice to its rich colour. A stunning emerald green with white lace markings,this moth landed on our 4wd - unfortunately I was not quick enough to take a photo!
Very similar to Red Kangaroo Paw not in flower – a mystery
Grey Butcherbird – stretching our zoom lens to the limit. Apparently it as a rare bird!
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