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The ideal base to experience the majesty of the bush and surrounding wilderness, Habitat Noosa has 65 acres of camping, 500 metres of beachfront, and direct access to the Noosa River.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETreat that special someone to one of their cruise’n’canoe day tours, where you’ll glide on mirrored waterways and explore ancient landscapes in the sub-tropical rainforest.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E2. Get out of town on a 4WD Bush Tour\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELeave it all behind you as you dive headfirst into the beautiful bush of the Gold Coast hinterland on a four wheel drive adventure with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/southern-cross-4wd-tours-gold-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESouthern Cross 4WD Tours\u003C/a\u003E. Swap the stars for the incredible natural light display provided by the Gold Coast’s sub-tropical rainforest glow worms on a glow worm tour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOr, jump aboard a full-day or half-day tour of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/tamborine-mountain\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETamborine Mountain\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/lamington-national-park-green-mountains-section\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELamington National Park\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll experience panoramic views, waterfalls, and the majesty of ancient Gondwana rainforests on four wheels.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E3. Take a retro surf trip\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412283\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412283\" class=\"wp-image-412283 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Sunshine Coast Roadtrip through Noosa\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412283\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/photobohemian/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@photobohemian\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWater lovers will fall head over heels for this unique experience on the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Sunshine-Coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E. Scott from Old Skool Kombis Noosa combines his two passions – surfing and vintage Kombis – on his unique Surf Safari tours, cruising the coast in a beautiful old school Kombi to find all the best local breaks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Surf Safari tour is recommended for experienced surfers, but Scott also offers more leisurely paced sightseeing tours. This is a truly one-of-a-kind way to share this beautiful part of the world with someone special.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E4. Take a cooking class\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGifting your beloved has the skills of a bonafide pastry chef is a gift that just keeps on giving. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/restaurant/the-golden-pig\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Golden Pig Cooking School\u003C/a\u003E is holding a dessert masterclass on the 15 of February, ideal for couples who would prefer to hand-make their Valentine’s Day treats.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETaught by Nicole Bashinsky, head pastry chef at Aria for over 13 years, the hands-on class covers dessert fundamentals including creme patisserie, yeasted dough, meringue and curd. You’ll bake cakes, donuts, vanilla rice pudding and nougat, and, best of all, return home with the know-how to do it all again tomorrow.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENot into dessert? No worries. The Golden Pig Cooking School has a wide range of classes, including sourdough and bread making, modern Italian, and French bistro cooking.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E5. Sail off into the sunset\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412393\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412393\" class=\"wp-image-412393 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couple-sailing-gobareboating-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Royal Queensland Yacht | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412393\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/gobareboating/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@gobareboating\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECommandeering your own yacht may be a romantic fantasy, but the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane’s eastern bayside suburb of Manly is here to bring you one step closer. Offering private sailing lessons that cater to all experience levels (including loved-up first timers) it’s a great excuse to spend a day on the big blue and learn something new while you’re at it.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E6. Go on a Sand Safari\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMake some memories at the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/event/sand-safari-arts-festival-2020\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESand Safari Arts Festival\u003C/a\u003E, where awe-inspiring sand sculptures tower above you and hundreds of tonnes of sand are moulded and carved into larger than life works of art. This 17 day festival kicks off on February 14, and includes sand sculpting demonstrations, art installations, and live entertainment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis event is free, making it a fine choice if you’re rather save for a dinner in one of the Gold Coast’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/gold-coast/things-to-see-and-do/restaurants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eamazing restaurants\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E7. Volunteer and support local wildlife\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-412285 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo sets of hands are better than one, especially when you’re giving a helping hand. This Valentine’s Day, connect, give back, and meet some local wildlife with a volunteering experience at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E. Currumbin Sanctuary has short-term volunteering opportunities in its Wildlife Hospital and Sanctuary, set in lush bushland.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd due to recent droughts and bushfires, there’s never been a better time to help Australia’s wildlife.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E8. The Mountain Goat Valley Crawl\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGrab your loved one’s hand and take them on a night of adventure and great music. The Valley Crawl is a massive free music event where 46 acts take over multiple live music venues in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the best and brightest in Australia’s music scene headlining, including the likes of Tia Gostelow, Arno Faraji, Clea, Columbus, Jack Botts, Seaside, Eat Your Heart Out, this completely unique Valentine’s Day idea is the perfect way to see a host of iconic Fortitude Valley venues in one swoop.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E9. See a whole new side of Brisbane\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412351\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412351\" class=\"wp-image-412351 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/brisbane-ghost-tour-suewhit-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Brisbane Ghost Tours \" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/suewhit/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@suewhit\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGoosebumps and a thudding heart aren’t just symptoms of new romance. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/ghost-tours\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane Ghost Tours\u003C/a\u003E provides plenty of hair-raising moments and genuine scares, whether you’re touring Boggo Road Goal, one of Brisbane’s oldest cemeteries, or a full Haunted Brisbane tour. Hold on tight to your date as you visit some of the nation’s most historic haunted sites and hear some spine tingling stories.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E10. Explore the Sunshine Coast Dessert Festival\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHit the pavement with your date for a decadent day of excess they won’t soon forget. This February 15, Aussie World will be overtaken by all things dessert when the Sunshine Coast Dessert Festival rolls in.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith dessert trucks serving just about every dessert you can name (donuts, dessert pizza, crepes, brownies, waffles, chimney cakes, and ice cream, just to name a few), as well as dessert wine tasting, and the Sunshine Coast Collective of 30+ market stalls, there’s bound to be something sweet to keep your amore occupied.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E11. Get airborne\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412361\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412361\" class=\"wp-image-412361 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/circusartsaustralia-circusartsaustralia-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Circus Arts Brisbane | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412361\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/circusartsaustralia/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@circusartsaustralia\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPush yourself and try something completely different with a flying trapeze date at Circus Arts in Brisbane, where you’ll soar through the air in safety and learn some tricks along the way. With friendly coaches offering private sessions, thrill seekers will love this unique Valentine’s Day idea.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to spend Valentine’s Day under a waterfall? Fall in love under \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/01/23/valentines-day-waterfall-dates/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethese\u003C/a\u003E falls in Queensland.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"geo-post-7663\" class=\"geo geo-post\" style=\"display: none\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"latitude\"\u003E-28.01726\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"longitude\"\u003E153.425699\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580851780000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003ETake the tacky out of Valentine’s Day with this list of cheese-free date ideas.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"alternative-valentines-day-ideas-in-queensland","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/feature-pic-jenny_stieling.jpg","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/feature-pic-jenny_stieling.jpg","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"Queensland's Australian animals encyclopedia: how to meet native wildlife on your visit to the Sunshine State","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/in/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Nature and Wildlife","url":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Queensland's animals encyclopaedia","url":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2020_SC_AustraliaZoo_WildlifeExperiences_JesseLindemann_141214.jpg","alt":"Australia Zoo, Sunshine Coast | meet native wildlife Queensland","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sarah Mattsson","resourcePath":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2023-09-18T01:54:52.209Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/ims/Sara/bgN8yot7xyTYcO-LXoDS/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sarah Mattsson"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EFrom the cute and the cuddly to the slippery and scaly, not to mention all those animals with a bit more bite, Queensland has loads of animal encounters for those of you with a bit of a wild side. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile some visitors are lucky enough to see our native \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife.html\" title=\"Australian Animals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewildlife\u003C/a\u003E in the wild, we've put together a complete list of all the places in Queensland where you're \u003Ci\u003Eguaranteed\u003C/i\u003E to see iconic Australian animals. No matter your final destination, you can cuddle a koala, hand-feed a kangaroo, meet a crocodile or take a walk with wombat at just about any of these local zoos and sanctuaries.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EBrisbane\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image9fcce60c-a065-456a-99fa-8fd24f0f6511":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_LonePineKoalaSanctuary_WildlifeExperiences_MarkFitz_139798.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_LonePineKoalaSanctuary_WildlifeExperiences_MarkFitz_139798.jpg","alt":"Koala at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image9fcce60c-a065-456a-99fa-8fd24f0f6511.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091707/2019-bne-lonepinekoalasanctuary-wildlifeexperiences-markfitz-139798.jpeg","uuid":"5f6adc33-48e5-4b1f-b35b-b825de8df030","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textcf4705dc-aded-4086-a0d0-c3f142e672f8":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELone Pine Koala Sanctuary\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERated as one of the top ten zoos around the globe, the world’s first and largest koala sanctuary has been welcoming visitors for 90 years to learn about these fascinating creatures (here's \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/koala-facts.html\"\u003Ea few facts\u003C/a\u003E to get you started). Not only \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/where-you-can-cuddle-a-koala.html\"\u003Eone of the best spots to cuddle a koala\u003C/a\u003E, there's an onsite hospital that works to rehabilitate injured animals. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EKoalas are not the only native Australian animals hanging out at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b262122cbcbe7073adc7cf-lone-pine-koala-sanctuary\" title=\"Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary\"\u003ELone Pine Koala Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E. With nearly 70 other species calling this sanctuary home, you can also spot kangaroos, platypuses, Tasmanian Devils, echidnas and more. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EQueens Park Nature Centre\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2616d2cbcbe7073adbaef-queens-park-in-ipswich\" title=\"Queens Park Nature Centre\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EQueens Park\u003C/a\u003E has everything for a great family day out. With a playground for the little ones (featuring a liberty swing for children with disabilities), an Environmental Education Centre and Japanese-themed Nerima Gardens, you can easily spend a whole day here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlso within the grounds is the Ipswich Nature Centre. The free zoo features a boardwalk that navigates around the animal enclosures so they're accessible for prams and wheelchairs. Watch wallabies, quolls and emus go about their daily routine; pet farm animals in the barn and view some feathered friends in the rainforest aviary.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWalkabout Creek Discovery Centre\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBased at the edge of the enchanting D’Aguilar National Park, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b264562880253d74c4cda8-walkabout-creek-discovery-centre\" title=\"Walkabout Creek \" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWalkabout Creek Discovery Centre\u003C/a\u003E is home to the South East Queensland Wildlife Centre. Uncover the secret life of a platypus, watch the wombats and if you've still got an itch for more, grab your binoculars and head out on a bush-walking track for bird spotting.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA few more places to visit around Brisbane:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2602aaeeeaaf773cf2d9d-daisy-hill-conservation-park\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDaisy Hill Koala Centre\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ELyell Deer Sanctuary\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EGold Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image08d7e779-dab2-4106-86c3-044dcdbc071f":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_CurrumbinWildlifeSanctuary_Wildlifeexperiences_HayleyWilliamson_141296.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_CurrumbinWildlifeSanctuary_Wildlifeexperiences_HayleyWilliamson_141296.jpg","alt":"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image08d7e779-dab2-4106-86c3-044dcdbc071f.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091770/2020-gc-currumbinwildlifesanctuary-wildlifeexperiences-hayleywilliamson-141296.jpeg","uuid":"7812f64f-8c77-41af-90c1-0ebff2bf24fd","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text5649ac3d-4e7c-4654-9f95-fcec29ea5ee4":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWatch and learn at the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d48d5f1565045d9f9c3-currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary\" title=\"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E. From daily animal feeding and encounters to interactive shows, you'll be sure to walk away with more than just a photo.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was founded in the spirit of conservation,  dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of Australian animals not just in the sanctuary, but within the community as well. Visitors can get a bird's-eye view of the vets and volunteers in action at the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, based within the grounds.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDavid Fleay Wildlife Park\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA wildlife park with a difference; explore unique and endangered Australian animals in specially recreated naturalistic habitats ranging from cool rainforest, wetlands and open eucalypt forest. You can explore the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d487b935fbe730db9be-david-fleay-wildlife-park\" title=\"David Fleay Wildlife Park\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDavid Fleay Wildlife Park\u003C/a\u003E on your own or join the rangers in one of their daily wildlife shows.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe park plays an important role in demonstrating the conservation initiatives of David Fleay, who established the property in 1951. They continue his work of research, breeding and education; offering the chance to see many different threatened native animals in the one location.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDreamworld\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENot just for thrill seekers, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4b2cbcbe7073ad68bd-dreamworld\" title=\"Dreamworld\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDreamworld\u003C/a\u003E also boasts one of the largest native wildlife parks in South East Queensland - Dreamworld Corroboree. With hundreds of native and iconic Australian animals, you can get cuddly with a dingo pup or wombat, feed a croc or go on a sunset safari. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOr head to Dreamworld's Tiger Island. Here you can watch the big cats play with their handlers or experience these majestic animals for yourself – take a morning walk, feed them and grab a photo or two. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA few more places to check out in the Gold Coast:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d48aeeeaaf773cef324-australias-sea-world\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESea World\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4ad5f1565045d9f9d9-paradise-country\" title=\"Paradise Country Aussie Farm Tour\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EParadise Country Aussie Farm Tour\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image88359fae-ebef-4a09-804c-29b098741705":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2020_SC_AustraliaZoo_Koala1.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2020_SC_AustraliaZoo_Koala1.jpg","alt":"Bert the koala | Australia Zoo baby animals","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image88359fae-ebef-4a09-804c-29b098741705.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091812/2020-sc-australiazoo-koala1.jpeg","uuid":"90613b3d-554f-439d-b74e-f0241c02c220","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textd6b555d8-9ed9-4cb5-9f9d-57528f75d720":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAustralia Zoo\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGo wild with over 1,200 native Australian and exotic animals at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d472880253d74c44993-australia-zoo\" title=\"Australia Zoo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAustralia Zoo\u003C/a\u003E. Ride a camel, get up close and personal with a cheeky cheetah and say hello to a white rhino. You can even hire a caddie for the day and enjoy being chauffeured in a private buggy, getting the inside knowledge on all there is to know about the zoo AND exclusive reserved seating in the Crocoseum Stadium for the Wildlife Warriors Show.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt can be a challenge trying to fit everything in, so check out \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/explore-australia-zoo-guide.html\" title=\"How to get the most out of a day at Australia Zoo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis guide\u003C/a\u003E to help you make the most of your day at Australia Zoo, and meet animals from Australia and abroad. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESea Life Sunshine Coast\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EUncover the secret world of Australian marine life at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e59aeeeaaf773cf0930-sea-life-sunshine-coast\" title=\"Sealife Mooloolaba\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESea Life Sunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E. Find out what sea cucumbers feel like in the Tidal Touch Pools, swim with the resident seals, or take a behind-the-scenes tour to learn how it operates and help feed some fishy friends. Much more than an aquarium, Sea Life collaborates with Queensland universities in conservation research, assists in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of marine turtles and runs regular beach clean ups (that you can volunteer for too!). \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA few more places to check out on the Sunshine Coast:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2627eaeeeaaf773cf5d08-maleny-botanic-gardens-and-bird-world\" title=\"Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMaleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWildlife HQ\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ECairns and Great Barrier Reef\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imaged5555a33-5f59-4e22-9cae-f14cf904204f":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_CairnsAquarium_MarineLifeExperiences_BradNewton_149433.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_CairnsAquarium_MarineLifeExperiences_BradNewton_149433.jpg","alt":"Cairns Zoom | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imaged5555a33-5f59-4e22-9cae-f14cf904204f.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091853/2021-tnq-cairnsaquarium-marinelifeexperiences-bradnewton-149433.jpeg","uuid":"7feebe11-6cdb-4fbb-93f9-62da3809cb59","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text1ab08341-3109-41ba-ac90-26a17a31a438":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ECairns Aquarium\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom the ancient rainforest to the world's largest reef, travel through 10 unique north Queensland ecosystems at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-58eee31d3beac0451502b747-cairns-aquarium\"\u003ECairns Aquarium\u003C/a\u003E. Over 70 different exhibits showcase endangered and rare species like freshwater sawfish, grey reef sharks and humphead Maori Wrasse. Attend one of the daily talks, get hands-on in the terrestrial touch tanks and watch the lively animal feeding sessions. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a quieter, more peaceful approach to nature, visit the \u003Ca href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/australian-butterfly-sanctuary\" title=\"Australian Butterfly Sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E. Home to over 1,500 magnificent tropical butterflies, these elusive insects come together in a beautiful chaos of colour. Guided aviary tours detail the life cycle and behaviour of a butterfly while the beautiful creatures flutter around you.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETip: Be sure to wear bright clothing (we recommend red, white or hot pink) so they land on you. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA few more places to check out around Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d46d5f1565045d9f993-wildlife-habitat\" title=\"Wildlife Habitat\"\u003EWildlife Habitat\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d43aeeeaaf773cef2d1-hartleys-crocodile-adventures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHartleys Crocodile Adventures\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d442880253d74c44967-rainforestation-nature-park\" title=\"Rainforestation Nature Park\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERainforestation Nature Park\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d43d5f1565045d9f967-birdworld-kuranda\" title=\"Birdworld Kuranda\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBirdworld Kuranda\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e872880253d74c462aa-kuranda-koala-gardens\" title=\"Kuranda Koala Gardens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EKuranda Koala Gardens\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e0dd5f1565045da0a35-carrowong-fauna-sanctuary\" title=\"Carrowong Fauna Sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECarrowong Fauna Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EBundaberg \u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image0fab6821-399b-4705-a2df-a7583ee2ae48":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2020_BDB_MonRepos_WildlifeExperiences_Turtles_JesseLindemann.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2020_BDB_MonRepos_WildlifeExperiences_Turtles_JesseLindemann.jpg","alt":"Mon Repos Turtle Centre | Bundaberg | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image0fab6821-399b-4705-a2df-a7583ee2ae48.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091896/2020-bdb-monrepos-wildlifeexperiences-turtles-jesselindemann.jpeg","uuid":"509b327a-ecc6-4b7b-be6c-64ab0d2724fc","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textae47fa2b-88a2-4d5a-835c-378cee89f003":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMon Repos Conservation Park\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETurtle season comes to life at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26261aeeeaaf773cf5bce-mon-repos-conservation-park\" title=\"Mon Repos Conservatoin Park\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMon Repos Conservation Park\u003C/a\u003E, one of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/turtles-on-the-southern-great-barrier-reef.html\"\u003Ethe best spots\u003C/a\u003E on the Southern Great Barrier Reef to see loggerhead turtles in their native environment. From November each year, this world famous beach welcomes the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern mainland of Australia. Six to eight weeks later, from January to March, you can then witness the hatchlings emerge and make the dash to the sea to start their 100-year journey.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere's \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/mon-repos-where-to-see-turtles-queensland.html\"\u003Ethe complete guide\u003C/a\u003E on where to see turtles across Queensland. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ECapricorn Region\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image87c72ffc-c753-4711-8eee-9dc22a17485d":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2019_CAP_CooberriePark_WildlifeExperiences_@cooberriepark.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2019_CAP_CooberriePark_WildlifeExperiences_@cooberriepark.jpg","alt":"cooberrie park | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image87c72ffc-c753-4711-8eee-9dc22a17485d.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091941/2019-cap-cooberriepark-wildlifeexperiences--cooberriepark.jpeg","uuid":"144bc8a8-15c7-4d1f-8e97-bf0573cfea6a","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cooberriepark/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@cooberriepark\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text5eda82e5-23c7-4de9-9199-39f1cb23b5f6":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e522880253d74c45e70-cooberrie-park-wildlife-sanctuary\" title=\"Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E is a 25-acre haven for over 350 animals. Kangaroos, wallabies, emus and peacocks roam freely and happily welcome visitors to their home. Interact with some cheeky monkeys, hold a dragon (a central netted dragon that is) and be sure to catch the daily interactive show at 1pm.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA few more\u003C/b\u003E places to check out in the Capricorn Region:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b261f1aeeeaaf773cf5337-rockhampton-zoo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Rockhampton Zoo\u003C/a\u003E (free entry!)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e79aeeeaaf773cf0b6f-koorana-crocodile-farm\" title=\"Koorana Crocodile Farm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EKoorana Crocodile Farm\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EFraser Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv id=\"geo-post-7663\" class=\"geo geo-post\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"latitude\"\u003E-28.01726\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"longitude\"\u003E153.425699\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2020_FC_Dingo_Beaches_131551.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2020_FC_Dingo_Beaches_131551.jpg","alt":"Dingo, Fraser Coast","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002091984/2020-fc-dingo-beaches-131551.jpeg","uuid":"c5303f35-a8e2-414b-8ff0-b7f73992f973","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEver met \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/fraser-island-dingo-facts.html\"\u003Ea dingo\u003C/a\u003E up close? The answer's probably no, even if you've seen them from afar on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast/fraser-island.html\"\u003EFraser Island.\u003C/a\u003E Not-for-profit Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary is the first sanctuary in Queensland to breed dingoes in captivity, and you'll be able to say hello when you visit. While you're there don't forget to pat the kangaroos, meet Winston the wedge-tail eagle, and hold a python. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESouthern Queensland Country\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_1047032941":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/darling-downs-zoo.jpeg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/darling-downs-zoo.jpeg","alt":"Zebra at Darling Downs Zoo Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1047032941.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002092002/darling-downs-zoo.jpeg","uuid":"1d14b31c-d978-41a4-9975-c9c60c759a03","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_620602910":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDarling Downs Zoo\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGo around the world with wildlife from Australia, Africa, South-East Asia and South America at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2613dd5f1565045da4ba3-darling-downs-zoo\" title=\"Darling Downs Zoo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDarling Downs Zoo\u003C/a\u003E. Navigate through the four regions and encounter the animals in their natural habitats. The zoo features monkeys, giant tortoises, a herd of zebras, and the only white lions in Queensland – that you have the opportunity to feed in the Big Cat Encounter.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ETownsville North Queensland\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_980635149":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSW_ReefHQ_Marinelifeexperiences_@reefhqaquarium.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSW_ReefHQ_Marinelifeexperiences_@reefhqaquarium.jpg","alt":"Reef HQ aquarium Townsville | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_980635149.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002092018/2020-tsw-reefhq-marinelifeexperiences--reefhqaquarium.jpeg","uuid":"e3cdf7e4-aa6f-4787-898b-137b90486f20","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/reefhqaquarium/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@reefhqaquarium\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_1449975991":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EReef HQ Aquarium\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDiscover what lurks in the depths of the Great Barrier Reef while you stay completely dry at the largest living coral reef aquarium in the world. The 2.5-million-litre exhibition at the \u003Ca href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/reef-hq-aquarium\" title=\"Reef HQ Aquarium\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EReef HQ Aquarium\u003C/a\u003E is home to 120 species of fish and 130 species of coral. See eye-to-eye with a turtle, or catch the underbelly of a shark as it swims overhead surrounded by schools of fish, as you walk through the 20-metre underwater tunnel. Don't forget to catch one of their daily shark feeding or predator dive shows. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EOther places to see in Townsville:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4faeeeaaf773cef38e-billabong-sanctuary\" title=\"Billabong Sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBillabong Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5d05e406a689dad63c665a16-bungalow-bay-koala-village\"\u003EBungalow Bay Koala Village\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe Whitsundays\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_1972974221":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/2020_WYS_DayDreamIsland_MarineLifeExperience.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/2020_WYS_DayDreamIsland_MarineLifeExperience.jpg","alt":"Living Reef at Daydream Island | meet native wildlife Queensland","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-s-animals-encyclopaedia/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1972974221.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1695002092036/2020-wys-daydreamisland-marinelifeexperience.jpeg","uuid":"16770fcd-1836-40cb-bab6-5973ca8920ca","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_508879694":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe Living Reef on Daydream Island\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf hand-feeding a shark is on your bucket list, look no further than The Living Reef on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/dreamy-daydream-island.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDaydream Island\u003C/a\u003E. This man-made living coral reef lagoon is one of the world's largest, and is home to Bruce the sicklefin lemon shark and more than 140 species of marine fish and 83 species of coral. 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