Activity: Walk along the track between the Organ Pipes and the Tessellated Pavement, Look for evidence of shrubs that have been grazed by Wallabies. Look for any other evidence of mammals. 

In the past few years the Friends of Organ Pipes have installed Bat Roosting Boxes, the species of bats using the boxes are regularly monitored (see photo on right).  in the park are a project which began in the park in You can see the boxes in the trees if you walk along the track which runs south east of the Organ Pipes. 

Activity: Discuss why special boxes would be needed to provide a home for bats. Where did they live before the boxes were put up in the trees?

Some of the easiest birds to see in the park are the birds of prey. Little Eagles, recognisable by the light 'W' pattern under the wings, are often seen soaring above the creek valley, and Black-shouldered Kites nest in trees on the valley wall.

Bush birds can be readily seen in the picnic grounds. Superb Blue Wrens feed on small insects and seeds, the males striking in their blue breeding plumage. Males generally moult into `eclipse' plumage that resembles female plumage after breeding, but older males may remain blue all year. The birds live in small groups of up to eight birds, breeding co-operatively: that is, the offspring from the previous year stay with their family, helping to raise the new brood. Wrens are quite brave and will come close to you if you stay still.

Activity: Do a bird survey of the park. See how many different types of birds you can spot. The quieter you are the better! 

Jackson's Creek which runs through the park is an ideal location for Waterwatch activities. If you are interested in a permanent Waterwatch project contact Bram Mason - Maribyrnong Catchment, Waterwatch co-ordinator 9365 2617. 

Link: Waterwatch Website http://www.vic.waterwatch.org.au/