Friends of
Alfred Cove at sunset by Jenny Christenson
“In our hands now lies not only our own future, but that of all other living creatures with whom we share the Earth.”
Sir David Attenborough
Discover a unique urban place, home to a diversity of local, nomadic and migratory birds, deserving of priority management as the Melville Bird Sanctuary.
The Friends of Melville Bird Sanctuary acknowledge the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional owners of the land and waters of the Melville Bird Sanctuary, and pay respects to their Elders past and present.
White-cheeked Honeyeater & Rainbow Bee-eater by Melissa Zappelli
All About the Sanctuary
The Friends of Melville Bird Sanctuary was formed in 2020 to advocate for the establishment of a sanctuary within defined boundaries. Our deep gratitude to the Swan Estuary Reserves Action Group (SERAG) for assistance unstintingly provided in developing the Melville Bird Sanctuary proposal and this website. The establishment of the Melville Bird Sanctuary was supported by Melville Council and Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions in June 2023.
All photos by Melissa Zappelli, including tawny frogmouths below.
Meet the Sanctuary’s Residents
Looking for a way to get involved?
Volunteers for Friends of Melville Bird Sanctuary (FoMBS) should have the primary aim of ensuring that birds within the Melville Bird Sanctuary will be safe by seeking to legitimately minimise any bird disturbances. There are plenty of ways to join FoMBS.
Browse some photos taken at the Melville Bird Sanctuary.
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New Holland Honeyeater by Melissa Zappelli (L) and White-cheeked Honeyeater by Jenny Christenson