Our animals

Invertebrates!

Australia is home to a vast array of insect species with an estimated 100,000 species living across the continent. Some of the most commonly found insects in Australia include beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, termites, grasshoppers and flies.

Many of these insects play important roles in the ecosystem including pollinating plants, breaking down organic matter and serving as a food source for other animals. However, some insects can also be pests damaging crops or spreading disease.

Australia is also home to a number of unique and unusual insect species such as the giant water bug which is one of the largest aquatic insects in the world and the Christmas beetle which emerges in large numbers around Christmas time.

In addition to the many insects found in Australia the country is also home to a number of fascinating arachnids including spiders and scorpions. These creatures can be found in avariety of habitats from rainforests to deserts and often play important roles in controlling insect populations. However, some species of spiders and scorpions can also be dangerous to humans.

At Wildlife Whitsundays we are proud to display a variety of arachnids including scorpions, tarantulas and other fascinating creatures. We believe that these creatures are an important part of the natural world and that educating people about them can help to dispel common myths and misconceptions.