Mammals are most active at night and are best observed with the aid of a 30-watt spotlight. The main populations of arboreal species occur in the highland rainforests above 800 metres and appear to be most concentrated in forests growing on basalt soils. Because of their limited distribution, we must journey to the higher elevation Tablelands region to view nocturnal wildlife. 

Species most often encountered are Lumholtz's tree-kangaroo, lemuroid possum, (including the rare white morph), Herbert river ringtail possum, green ringtail possum, coppery brushtail possum, striped possum, long-tailed pygmy possum, sugar gliders, two species of bandicoots, red-legged pademelons, tiger quolls, antechinus, bats and numerous rodents. 

In addition, up to 6 species of owls, Tawny and Papuan Frogmouths (our logo), nightjars, Bush Stone-curlews, leaf-tailed and chameleon geckos, carpet and amethystine pythons and myriad frog species are also seen depending on local and seasonal conditions. 

Gliding possums, such as greater glider, fluffy glider, sugar glider, squirrel glider, feather-tail glider, and the common ringtail possum are often observed in the adjoining tall eucalypt or wet sclerophyll forest. 

 Up to 7 species of macropods are also frequently seen, usually at dawn or dusk. These  include eastern grey kangaroo, common wallaroo, whiptail, agile and swamp wallabies, and rufous and (rare) northern bettongs. 

Platypus are common throughout the Tablelands region and are most often observed at dawn and dusk. On our excursions we regularly have excellent views of this often shy and elusive animal.

Wild Watch offers excursions to the Cape York wilderness region, with the cooler, drier months being the best times for observing wildlife. The wetlands of this  region support large populations of estuarine and freshwater crocodiles. 

In Lakeland and Lakefield National Park areas we also frequently see eastern grey kangaroo, common and antilopine wallaroo, agile and northern nailtail wallabies, Godman's rock-wallaby, dingo and northern quoll. Reptiles such as Gould's sand monitor, bearded dragon and frilled lizard are also often encountered. 

Further north, the monsoon forests of the Iron Range offer some exciting species, including spotted and southern common cuscus, striped possum, rufous spiny bandicoot, cinnamon antechinus, and the beautiful emerald python and emerald monitor.