Introduction Have you ever seen a long procession of tiny caterpillars marching along the ground? These are processionary caterpillars, the larvae of certain species of moths. Specifically, they become Bag Shelter moths, also known as…
Magnetic Island, located off the coast of Townsville, North Queensland, Australia, is a beautiful and popular destination for both locals and tourists. With its stunning beaches, lush forests, and diverse wildlife, it’s no wonder why…
Are you ready to meet the cutest little birdies that you ever did see? Well then, let us introduce you to the Olive-backed Sunbirds, also known as the Yellow-bellied Sunbirds! These teeny tiny birds (we’re…
If you’ve spent time in Queensland, Australia, you may have come across a fascinating spider species known as the Golden Orb Weaver. These large, brightly colored spiders are one of the largest and most recognizable…
First Attack! 26 July At 12:40am on 26th July 1942 two Japanese ‘Emily’ Flying boats (W-45 and W-46) captained by Asai and Sub Lieutenant Kiyoshi Mizukura bombed Townsville, dropping fifteen 250kg bombs. They had left…
Taking time to observe subtle changes in our landscape, can tell you more than you might think. Throughout the tropics you might see a tree with yellow flowers. This tree is a signifier of seasonal…
Volcanoes About 200 million years ago, long before the mighty T-Rex roamed the Earth, the rocks on Magnetic Island were born. This was when molten granite burst forth from deep inside the Earth. Volcanic eruptions…
One of the most spectacular events to occur on the Great Barrier Reef is the annual synchronised spawning of corals which has been described as the ‘world’s largest orgasm on the world’s largest organism.’ It…
Green Tree Ant You’ll spot these industrious little creatures dotted around Northern Australia, spread from the Kimberley region in Western Australia through to Gladstone in Queensland everywhere except the highlands. These little guys are the…
Is Magnetic Island the Bermuda Triangle of Australia? Scattered around our island are the remains of at least 20 known shipwrecks. We could hold claim to being the Bermuda triangle of Australia. If you care…