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Native Flora & Fauna

Western Australia has some of the most beautiful and distinctive native flora and fauna in Australia, home to 41 of Australia’s 207 mammal species, 439 reptile species, 1,600 fish species and more than 12,000 species of wildflowers grow here – making it the largest collection of wildflowers in the world.

Maybe you want to see a kangaroo up close and personal on Heirisson Island? Or you want to explore the beautiful native plants and wildflowers at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, whatever experience you’re craving Perth has it all.

And just in case you were wondering…WA has 141 of Australia’s 207 mammal species, 439 reptile species, 1,600 fish species and more than 12,000 species of wildflowers grow here – making it the largest collection of wildflowers in the world.

Come and get to know them…