Research is vital to our conservation work. Our team of scientists are world-leaders in little penguin research and study other wildlife including Australian fur seals and coastal birds.
Our research includes satellite tracking little penguins at sea
Research Centre
Our research team conduct the most comprehensive research on little penguins in the world. We also research wildlife conservation and management issues on Phillip Island, Australia-wide and internationally.
Seal Research
Researchers from Phillip Island Nature Parks investigate Australian fur seal numbers, diet, range and management issues.
Coastal Bird Research
Researchers have been monitoring the threatened hooded plover species within Phillip Island Nature Parks since the 1980s.
Our Team
The research team at Phillip Island Nature Parks has extensive experience in the study of penguins, seals, wildlife management, climate change, ecotourism and ecology.
Publications
Our researchers have published numerous scientific papers, books or chapters, and supervised Honours, Masters and PhD theses on little penguins, marine mammals and coastal birds.
Eastern Barred Bandicoots
The mainland Eastern Barred Bandicoot (EBB) is extinct in the wild, as a result of predation by foxes and the loss of almost all of its native habitat. To save this species from extinction we need more fox-free land where this species can flourish. EBBs have been released on Churchill Island, part of Phillip Island Nature Parks.
The Phillip Island Penguin Parade is one of Australia's most popular wildlife attractions - perfect for a family holiday or getting back to nature.
Experience wild koalas in their natural habitat and stroll through Aussie bushland at our environmentally sustainable Centre dedicated to koala conservation.
Step back in time... meet the farm animals, relax in the cafe, enjoy the water views, stroll amongst heritage buildings and lovely gardens.
Located only 5 minutes from the Penguin Parade and overlooking the wild water of Bass Strait, the FREE Nobbies Centre showcases Australian fur seals and the unique marine life in our Southern Oceans.