NaturePhoto Wikimedia CommonsWings Wildlife Park
Tasmania · Australia
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Wings Wildlife Park
Welcome to Wings Wildlife Park, a unique institution nestled in the picturesque Gunns Plains of Tasmania. Unlike many corporate zoos, this is a family-owned and operated facility with deep roots in the local community. …
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The core philosophy of Wings Wildlife Park is centered on the rehabilitation of native animals that have suffered trauma in the wild. Many of the residents you will see today were brought here as orphans or after sustaining…
Listen in the app3The Tasmanian Devil: A Threatened Icon
Perhaps the most famous residents of the park are the Tasmanian devils. Since the extinction of the Tasmanian tiger, the devil has taken the throne as the world's largest carnivorous marsupial. …
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Another beloved resident of Gunns Plains is the common wombat. These sturdy, muscular marsupials are the architects of the Tasmanian bush, digging extensive tunnel systems that can stretch for dozens of meters. …
Listen in the app5The Kangaroo Fields and Grassland Ecology
The park features a large, open field where visitors can walk among and feed a mob of eastern gray kangaroos. This is often a highlight for families, offering a rare 'hands-on' experience with one of Australia's most iconic…
Listen in the app6Exotic Residents and the Farm Walk
While native Tasmanian wildlife is the focus, Wings also hosts a fascinating array of exotic and farm animals, reflecting the Wing family's heritage and the park's expansive mission. The 'Farm Walk' takes you past enclosures for…
Listen in the app7The Leven River and Platypus Spotting
One of the most magical aspects of Wings Wildlife Park is its location along the Leven River. This pristine waterway is not just a scenic boundary; it is a vital ecosystem that supports a variety of wild native species, most…
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As we conclude our tour of Wings Wildlife Park, take a moment to reflect on the seven generations of the Wing family who have dedicated their lives to this land and its inhabitants. What began as a traditional farm has evolved…
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What is Wings Wildlife Park?
Wings Wildlife Park is a place in Tasmania · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Tasmania · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -41.2640, 146.0440 |
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