Wadjemup / Rottnest Island is full of wildlife you won’t find on the mainland. There are six distinct habitats that are abundant with animal, bird, and sea life, from lively scrub heath to the serene woodlands, the vibrant wetlands and expansive ocean.
Amongst the scrub you can spot countless bush birds including the golden whistler, red-capped robin, silvereye, and singing honeyeaters. On the lakes and in the skies, there are Australian shelducks, bridled and crested terns, waders, red-necked phalaropes, wedge-tailed shearwaters, and magnificent ospreys.
Dive under the sparkling water to find over 135 species of tropical fish. Plus, the wider ocean is home to migrating humpback whales, long-nosed fur seals, bottlenose dolphins, and Australian sea lions.
Lakeside, listen for amphibians like the moaning frog, motorbike frog, and squelching froglets. On the trails, keep an eye out for reptiles like bobtails and the king skink. And of course, watch the world-famous quokkas as they roam the natural landscape.
