H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) has been detected in Victoria. If you see sick or dead birds on the Peninsula, avoid contact and record what you see. Report it online or via the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Learn more or make a report to DEECA
Explore, observe and connect with nature through the citizen science app iNaturalist.
Discover the natural world around you, learn about local biodiversity, and contribute to citizen science.
iNaturalist is a free and easy-to-use app that allows you to record and share observations of plants, animals and fungi by uploading photos from your smartphone. Every observation helps build our understanding of local biodiversity and contributes valuable information for research and conservation.
It's a great way to connect with nature, develop your identification skills, and share knowledge with a global community of nature enthusiasts, scientists and conservationists.
To see what the community is observing across the Peninsula, visit our project page on iNaturalist: Mornington Peninsula Biodiversity Project
To learn more about how to use iNaturalist see this great video made by Yarra Ranges Shire and the video tutorials on the iNaturalist website.
Please respect local plants and wildlife when taking photos and recording observations.
Spring is an especially important season for biodiversity. Many birds are nesting, while native orchids, wildflowers and herbs are emerging and flowering. When observing nature, take care not to disturb wildlife or damage vegetation.
By observing responsibly and leaving nature as you find it, you can help protect the species and habitats we're working together to document, understand and conserve.