About

A little bit of background

The Citizen Science Crew at Daangean –  is based at Devilbend Natural Features Reserve on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. 1,005 ha in size, it has an amazing 162 bird species that frequent the reserve, and is host to numerous mammals and reptiles. Within the Reserve’s boundaries is the largest and most stunning inland body of water on the Mornington Peninsula.

The word “Daangean” is the original name for the area on the Mornington Peninsula where Devilbend Natural Features Reserve is situated. Located on the traditional homeland of the Boon Wurrung / Bunurong people of the Southern Kulin Nation, who have been living in and caring for this area for over 40,000 years.

Overall, Devilbend supports more than 200 species of native flora and 195 indigenous species of fauna, including multiple threatened species. BirdLife Australia recognises the area as being globally important for the conservation of bird populations, and it has been classified as a Key Biodiversity Area or KBA.

Devilbend Natural Features Reserve is a very special place. Together in partnership with Boon Wurrung / Bunurong, Parks Victoria, Melbourne Water, community groups and passionate individuals, we are working to keep it that way for future generations.

There are lots of different  aspects to the project and  everyone is welcome no matter what your skill set.

Field Officer / Team leader: Hansi Wegner

Mission

Provide a practical hands-on field-based learning experience for anyone that has a passion and wonderment for nature and environmental science.

Vision

Over time, to restore and improve the land back towards its original values, working in partnership with Parks Victoria.

Values

  • Care, compassion, acceptance
  • Education, innovation, creativity
  • Community, collaboration