Sweers is a birdwatchers paradise, with nearly 100 species of birds recorded so far. With no feral animals on the island, the birds are very tame and easy to study. Bush Stone-curlews wander around the dining area at night and Bustards (Plain Turkey) are often seen during the day time.
that the folk on Sweers are not
a threat while a Bustard looks on...
The Rose-crowned Fruit Dove, which was previously unrecorded in this area, nests on the island and can often be seen near the Resort area. Sea-Eagles and Ospreys nest here and Brolgas can often be seen performing their courtship dance.
is parrot-bright in its colours;
and the Brolgas dance like nobody is watching...
a young Osprey flexes his wings, nearly ready to fly...
Click Here to download a copy of our Bird List
which you can print out and bring with you to "tick off"
all the birds you see while you are here!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION! PLEASE ENSURE YOU READ THIS BEFORE YOU TRAVEL!