Get a close look at grey-headed flying-foxes with the Wingham Brush Nature Reserve’s live bat cam, streaming daily from dawn to dusk. These vulnerable mammals are vital pollinators, and now you can observe their natural behavior from home.
When to watch
Tune in any time to see the flying-foxes roosting, with the best action happening at dusk when they fly out to forage. At dawn, you might catch them returning to their camp.
Why they matter
Grey-headed flying-foxes travel up to 50 km each night, carrying pollen and seeds across vast areas, helping regenerate our native forests. This makes them essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems, especially after bushfires.
What you’ll see
Watch for social interactions like wing-flapping, and during mating season (February to May), you may spot pups clinging to their mothers. The roost at Wingham Brush hosts anywhere from 4,000 to 90,000 flying-foxes.
Under threat
Despite their large groups, their population is declining due to habitat loss, urbanisation, and climate change. As their natural environment shrinks, they are more likely to roost in cities, causing conflicts with communities.
How to help
Support these crucial animals by sharing the live stream, learning more about them, and helping to monitor their populations.
Visit: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/immersive-stories/grey-headed-flying-fox-cam