Native animals
Discover the Sunshine Coast's diverse array of wildlife. Learn about the region's rare and threatened species
Native animal species
Over 1600 individual flora and fauna species have been recorded within the Sunshine Coast's boundaries.
Defensive and nesting birds
Learn more about the habits of defensive and nesting native birds in your region.
Flying foxes
Four species of flying fox are native to mainland Australia and occur mostly in northern and eastern temperate and sub-tropical coastal areas.
Marine Turtles
Find information about marine turtles on the Sunshine Coast, our plan to address the threats they face and get involved in the community programs to protect them.
Sick or injured wildlife
Find out about what to do if you find a sick, injured or orphaned animal.

Shorebirds
About two thirds of the Sunshine Coast's shorebird species migrate from the northern hemisphere each year, some travelling distances up to 15,000 kilometres one way.
Conservation stories
Discover how we are helping to protect our local environment.

Macropods
Learn more about plans to help protect kangaroos, wallabies and other macropods living on the Sunshine Coast.

Koala conservation
Find out our plan to help protect Sunshine Coast koalas and how you can help.