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A “Big Year” Fits in One Shire
Think you need months of travel for a serious bird list? Think again. Across wetlands, rainforest, coastline and islands, 380+ bird species have been recorded in the Hinchinbrook region. That’s a “big year” tucked neatly into one shire.
Early mornings and late afternoons are prime time, with September to December often boosting wetland numbers. Mix a TYTO dawn patrol, coastal terns, channel raptors and a Paluma rainforest search and you’ve got a full-card day.
Log your sightings on eBird and watch your map fill in — smugness optional but likely. Then celebrate the only proper way: espresso, pastries and a victory snack from town. Birding here isn’t niche. It’s normal. And addictive. Start your list: hinchinbrookway.com.au
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