Published on 10 October 2024
Spring has sprung, which means some of our feathered native friends are busy protecting their young. Swooping is a natural behaviour that usually lasts a short time. Did you know all Victorian native wildlife is protected by law? It is illegal to harass or harm native birds and other wildlife without authorisation.
Tips to keep ourselves and our feathered friends safe this spring:
For ten tips to protect yourself against swooping birds and to find Victoria's Swooping Bird Map, visit the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Wildlife website.