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Native and pest animals

Birds

Find out about our local bird population and get involved in the Macedon Ranges Bird Blitz.

Fauna monitoring

Nestboxes, remote wildlife cameras and spotlights are being used in bushland reserves to better understand the diversity of our local wildlife.

Pest Animals

Pest animals such as foxes, cats & rabbits threaten local fauna & flora. Pest animals are invasive species, introduced into Victoria or Australia.

Kangaroos

About local populations of kangaroos, which can fluctuate with the availability of food and water.

Living with wildlife

Learn about living with wildlife in the shire, including what to do if you find a snake in your backyard, or a bee/wasp nest.

The Macedon Ranges is rich in fauna species, many of which are threatened or endangered, such as the Powerful Owl, Brush-tailed Phascogale, Greater Gliders, Brown Toadlet, and Yarra Pygmy Perch. Other iconic and significant species include Platypus, Wombats and Koalas.