Kingfisher:

Mintabie boasts a large amount of flora and fauna.  The pictured Kingfisher belongs to the same family as the famous Australian Kookaburra.

Galahs:

The Galah is perhaps the most famous of Australian birds. Mintabie is home to many of them, particularly when the lake is full and water is plentiful..

Thorny Devil:

The thorny devil is actually a very timid reptile. Growing to a size of approximately 20cm, this lizard lives on insects and is extremely difficult to see when it blends in with the red dune sand and undergrowth.

Netted Dragon:

The netted dragon is one of the most common lizards to be found in the Mintabie area.  It is a close relative of another Australian icon, the frillneck lizard.  Like the frillneck, the netted dragon runs on its hind legs and is an inquisitive lizard growing to a maximum size of about 25 cm.

Goanna:

The goanna is one of the larger varieties of lizard to be found in the area.  Growing to a size of approx 2m, the goanna enjoys a diet of (among other things) eggs. They are extremely agile and fast.  Locals believe that a goanna in the vicinity of a campsite will deter snakes.