About Aussie Wildlife
Dedicated to preserving and showcasing Australia's unique wildlife through stunning photography and educational content since 2005.
Dedicated to preserving and showcasing Australia's unique wildlife through stunning photography and educational content since 2005.
Aussie Wildlife was founded in 2005 by Dr. Emma Thompson, a wildlife biologist with a passion for photography. After witnessing firsthand the devastating bushfires that impacted countless native species, Emma recognized the urgent need to document and raise awareness about Australia's unique fauna.
What began as a personal blog featuring Emma's wildlife photographs soon evolved into a collaborative platform for conservation advocates, researchers, and nature photographers united by their love for Australia's remarkable creatures.
By 2010, our small team had expanded to include conservation specialists, field researchers, and multimedia experts. We established our headquarters in Collingwood, Melbourne, creating a hub for wildlife education and outreach programs that now reach thousands of people annually across Australia and beyond.
Over the years, we've grown from a simple photography website into a comprehensive resource for Australian wildlife information, conservation updates, and educational materials used by schools, universities, and wildlife enthusiasts worldwide.
Since our founding, we've conducted over 120 field expeditions across every Australian state and territory, documenting rare and endangered species in their natural habitats. Our photo archive now includes over 45,000 high-quality images representing more than 1,500 native Australian species.
In 2015, we launched our educational outreach program, bringing Australian wildlife into classrooms through virtual field trips and interactive webinars. This program now reaches more than 10,000 students annually, fostering a new generation of wildlife advocates.
Today, Aussie Wildlife stands as a trusted authority on Australian fauna, collaborating with government agencies, research institutions, and conservation organizations to protect our natural heritage for future generations.
At Aussie Wildlife, our mission is to document, celebrate, and protect Australia's extraordinary biodiversity through compelling visual storytelling, scientific research, and community engagement.
We strive to create an accessible and comprehensive resource that educates the public about Australia's unique wildlife, raises awareness about conservation challenges, and inspires meaningful action to preserve these irreplaceable species for future generations.
The passionate experts behind Aussie Wildlife
Founder & Wildlife Biologist
With a Ph.D. in Conservation Biology from the University of Melbourne, Emma brings 20 years of field experience studying marsupials across Australia. Her research on koala populations has been published in leading scientific journals.
Head Photographer
Award-winning wildlife photographer whose work has been featured in National Geographic and BBC Wildlife. Michael specializes in capturing rare behavioral moments of nocturnal species using innovative low-light techniques.
Conservation Director
Leading our conservation initiatives, Olivia has developed innovative habitat restoration projects across Tasmania and Victoria. Her work with endangered wombat populations has established new protection protocols adopted nationwide.
Education Coordinator
Former high school biology teacher with a passion for engaging youth in wildlife conservation. Jason has developed our award-winning curriculum materials now used in over 200 schools across Australia.
Key milestones in our journey to document and conserve Australian wildlife
Feedback from our partners, collaborators and supporters
"Aussie Wildlife's photography and documentation have been invaluable resources for our research team. Their meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy make their work stand out in the field of wildlife conservation."
"The team at Aussie Wildlife has been an exceptional partner in our koala habitat restoration projects. Their deep knowledge of Australian ecosystems and passionate commitment to conservation have helped us achieve meaningful results."
"Our students have benefited tremendously from Aussie Wildlife's educational resources and virtual field trips. They've ignited a passion for Australian biodiversity in our classrooms and provided authentic learning experiences that textbooks simply cannot offer."
A glimpse into our fieldwork and conservation activities
Whether you're interested in volunteering, participating in our workshops, or supporting our conservation projects, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can make a difference for Australia's unique wildlife.
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