Rankins Springs and the surrounding district is home to an abundance of native fauna. Among the many beautiful native bird species that live in the area are the spectacular Glossy Black Cockatoo and the Major Mitchell's Cockatoo. Other threatened bird species found in the district include the Malleefowl, Gilbert's Whistler, Chestnut Quail Thrush, Shy Hylacola and the Painted Honeyeater.

At present there are seven designated birdwatching sites in the Rankins Springs area strategically located to optimise your birdwatching experience. Hides are situated at two of these locations with more planned in the future. Other sites have been identified and will be developed at a later date. 

To download a printable brochure please right click on Birds of the Bush Brochure, (click on save target as and save to the desktop and it can then be opened and printed).

To download a printable map of the area with bird watching sites maked please right click on Birds of the Bush Map (follow the same procedure above - this may take a few minutes depending on internet speed)