Australian Eclectus Parrot
Scientific name : Eclectus roratus macgillivrayi
Other names: Rocky River parrot, Red-sided parrot. Other subspecies have different names.
Status : Vulnerable (Australia)
Eastern Barn Owl
Scientific name : Tyto delicatula
Other names: Many, including White Owl, Ghost Owl, Church Owl, Rat Owl and Delicate Owl
Status : Least concern
Laughing Kookaburra
Scientific name : Dacelo novaeguineae
Other names: Laughing kingfisher, Laughing jackass, Great brown kingfisher
Status : Least Concern
Musk Lorikeet
Scientific name : Glossopsitta concinna
Other names: Red-eared lorikeet, Green leek, King parrot (unrelated species)
Status : Least Concern
Red-tailed Black Cockatoo
Scientific name : Calyptorhynchus banksii
Other names: Banksian Cockatoo, Banks’ Cockatoo
Status : C.b.samueli Threatened in NSW, C.b.naso Near Threatened, C.b.graptogyne Critically Endangered
Southern BooBook
Scientific name : Ninox boobook
Other names: Morepork (Ninox novaeseelandiae), Mopoke
Status : Least Concern
Barking Owl
Scientific name : Ninox connivens
Other names: Screaming-woman bird
Status : Critically Endangered (Victoria, FFG Act June 2024)
FAQs
Our shows regularly feature some of Australia’s most striking native birds, including Red-tailed Black Cockatoos and owls. The exact lineup varies by event and program, but our Wildlife Ambassadors always bring species that genuinely stop people in their tracks.
Yes. Birds feature across our birthday party packages and corporate wildlife events. If you’d like a show with a stronger bird focus, get in touch and we can talk through the best option for your event.
Absolutely. All birds are hand-tame, carefully trained, and managed by experienced Wildlife Ambassadors throughout every show. Interaction is always guided and at the participant’s own comfort level.
Many of our wildlife incursions and educational shows include one amazing bird species alongside our reptiles and other animal ambassadors. Depending on the program, you might meet incredible native birds such as a Red-tailed Black Cockatoo or an owl. While we don’t offer a dedicated bird show Melbourne package, our feathered friends are often a memorable highlight of the experience.
Absolutely. Our wildlife party experiences often include one beautiful bird species as part of the animal lineup, alongside reptiles and other fascinating creatures. While we don’t run a dedicated bird party package, birds can certainly be part of the fun and help create unforgettable moments for guests of all ages.
Yes. All birds featured in our programs are cared for by experienced Wildlife Ambassadors and participate in calm, educational presentations designed around their wellbeing. Every interaction is professionally guided and focused on observing natural behaviours, helping guests connect with wildlife in a safe, respectful, and memorable way.
Reptile Encounters would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, the people of the Kulin Nation, who have never ceded sovereignty. This always was and always will be Aboriginal land.