Orange-bellied Parrots

We have received multiple reports of birdwatchers acting inappropriately within the birdwatching route, specifically around known Orange-bellied Parrot (OBP) habitat.

We understand that the presence of this rare species provides an exciting opportunity to view this bird in the wild. However, to protect both yourself and native species, and the habitats they occupy, birdwatchers must abide by the Birdwatching access map (PDF, 2.6MB) and Birdwatching access conditions and hazards (2.13 MB, PDF).

These documents outline the route and conduct you must follow when on site. Failure to comply with these conditions can result in your access being cancelled.

The unacceptable conduct observed includes:

• Walking off tracks into sensitive vegetation
• Stalking parrots to get close photos
• Flushing birds from feeding and roosting behaviours.

To ensure the safety and health of the Orange-bellied Parrot, please:

• Abide by the prescribed speed limit of 30km/hr or as per designated signage
• Give the birds space to enact their wild behaviours
• Do not share any locations of the birds on social media platforms
• Follow the instructions on all signage, including the ‘road closed’ signs
• Do not enter areas you are not permitted to, especially those:
  • with native vegetation
  • behind any fenced or gated areas not designated on the birdwatching route
• Do not provide food to any wildlife on site
• Do not use any form of ‘call-back’ to attract the interest of birds.

Please report any sightings of Orange-bellied Parrots with the date, time, location, photos and any leg-band details to [email protected].

Road safety at WTP

Please be aware that all tracks and roads on the birdwatching route are shared by a wide variety of vehicles, plant and machinery. If you are stopping your vehicle, please find a location that is wide enough to park at the side of the road while allowing enough room for other vehicles and machinery to pass.

Roads used frequently by farming trucks and machinery include:

• Paradise Road
• Murtcaim Road
• Beach Road
• Point Wilson Road
• Twenty-nine Mile Road.