Hooded Plovers - Chick at 4 weeks old was last chick left in litter of 3
Photo Credit - Paul Neville - Goolwa
If your off to the beach this summer, watch out for the Hooded Plovers and other beach nesting birds. With fewer than 800 individuals in South Australia these littles guys need all the help they can get, especially during breeding season. Our water birds research project is helping to better understand how some of our important beach nesting birds are faring along the Younghusband and Sir Richard Peninsula ocean beaches. Get involved in the Water Bird Citizen Science Project or for more information visit Birdlife Australia or SA Government.
Come and join us in 2025 to have a yarn in Ngarrindjeri and hear about the exciting projects we’ve been working on at the CLLMM Research Centre. Whether you’re just starting or you’re a deadly thuggari yanamaldi, everyone is welcome. This is a relaxed space to connect, share and learn together. Registrations will open soon and can be found on the What’s On pages of the website.
The Ngarrindjeri Community came together at the CLLMM Research Centre for a hands-on day of bird training and cultural connection, focusing on the endangered Fairy Tern and other local bird species. The event, led by Kerri Bartley from Birdlife Australia and organised by the Ngarrindjeri Aboriginal Corporation (NAC), gave participants a chance to learn about conservation and the role these birds play in both the environment and Ngarrindjeri Culture.
The group explored the Fairy Tern’s habitats and breeding patterns, learning about the efforts to protect this fragile species. Participants also practised identifying and monitoring local bird populations, highlighting how vital it is to preserve biodiversity for future generations.
Kerri Bartley shared her knowledge and passion for conservation, sparking conversations about how cultural traditions and modern approaches can work together to care for the environment.
The day showcased the Ngarrindjeri Aboriginal Corporation’s dedication to protecting the environment while celebrating cultural heritage. By blending traditional knowledge with science, the community is showing how we can work together to look after the land, waters, and the species that depend on them.