BIRDWATCHING
Birds On Cheela
There are over 270 bird species which have been documented in the Pilbara. The vast plains, low shrubs, spinifex and sheltered tree-lined water courses on Cheela Plains provide a number of safe habitats for our feathered friends to thrive. We encourage our guests to complete an observation checklist which consists of 92 birds found on Cheela Plains.
Where to find them
Station Stay
If you stay quiet and keep your eyes peeled, you may get the chance to see some beautiful birds at the station stay. They love the grass and the trees that surround. Look out for flocks of Zebra Finches in the bushes or Spinifex Pigeons on the ground.
Woongarra Pool/Mussel Pool/Nummana Pool
Woongarra Pool, Mussel Pool and Nummana Pool are three more great spots for bird life. Watch to see the flocks of Little Corellas come down for a drink, or noisily move about the trees. You may even get the chance to spot a Pelican floating along Nummana Pool. Access is part of the 4x4 Self-Drive Safari.
Cheela Spring
One of our favourite locations on the station for birdwatching is at Cheela Spring. Access to Cheela Spring is part of the 4x4 Self-Drive Safari and exclusively reserved for our guests.
Peaimatha Soak
The Peaimatha Soak has an abundance of bird life and is located at the end of the 4x4 Self-Drive Safari near the Fortescue Group rock formation. The return trip is 70kms.
Munderie Spring
You may be surprised to see a pair of Black Swans swimming in the Hardey River at Munderie Spring or flocks of Star finches in the dense native maosas nearby.
