Aussie Tiny Tales

Have you ever seen a tadpole? Next time you head down to the creek, keep your eye out! And if you stick around, you might just see if transform into something incredible...This very special poem is written by Maxine Beneba Clarke, and is featured in her latest collection of poems, Stuff I’m (Not) Sorry For, available now in all good book stores!Check out the collection at: https://publishing.hardiegrant.com/en-au/books/stuff-im-not-sorry-for-by-maxine-beneba-clarke/9781761215179Follow Maxine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxinebeneba/?hl=en💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage by JJ Harrison: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Whistling_Tree_Frog_4431.jpg

The leader of the birdfolk is about to be chosen, but who will be chosen? There are many who may lay a claim to the throne, but only one will walk away with the crowd.Animals featured:King ParrotSacred KingfisherPrincess of Wales Parakeet—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comPhotos credits as follows:King parrot: Caterpillar100https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:King_parrot_male.jpgSacred kingfisher: Vicki Nunnhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sacred_Kingfisher_(Todiramphus_sanctus)_05.jpgPrincess of Wales parakeet: Alana Elliotthttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Polytelis_alexandrae_-6.jpg

That cockatoo up there is pretty cool! Look at his amazing feathers, and listen to that sweet drum sound he's making! I wonder what kind of cockatoo he is? Let's find out!💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com

Welcome to another episode of Aussie Tiny Tales! 🌿✨In today’s story, we take to the treetops with one of Australia’s fluffiest, most mysterious night-time animals — the Greater Glider possum! Join us as we discover how this gentle, tree-hopping creature uses its gliding superpowers to explore the eucalyptus forest under the moonlight.💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com⁠Image by: Samrhortonhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greater_Glider_(Petauroides_volans)_in_a_Eucalypt.jpg

🎧 Dive into the deep with the Leafy Seadragon! 🐉🌊G'day little explorers! In this episode of Aussie Tiny Tales, we're heading underwater on a magical diving adventure to find one of Australia’s most mysterious and beautiful sea creatures — the leafy seadragon! 🐠✨Grab your scuba gear, take a deep breath, and let's explore the ocean together. You never know what wiggly wonders we might discover beneath the waves...Perfect for curious kids, bedtime listening, or just a quiet moment with a splash of Aussie nature 🌿💤—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz🌐 Website: https://aussietinytales.comImage by: Sylke Rohrlachhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Leafy_Sea_Dragon-Phycodurus_eques_(23694746864).jpg

This is about Lucy and her camping trip! She meets a special friend who visits their campire every night. Enjoy!—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage: Photo by Andrew Mercerhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Brushtail_Possum_-_AndrewMercer_IMG40144.jpg

You'll need to be very quiet for this one! We're looking for the small and quiet tiger moth.—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comPhoto by Charles J. Sharphttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Scarlet_tiger_moth_(Callimorpha_dominula)_underside.jpg

The red goshawk is an endangered bird, that now mostly lives in northern Australia, from Broome right across to Queensland. Have a listen and check out the picture of this amazing goshawk.—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! ⁠https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales⁠📺 YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage: JJ Harrison: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Red_Goshawk_0A2A8403_2.jpg

Oh no! Rosie is playing hide and seek but she's always found out! She needs your help to find new hiding places.—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! ⁠https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales⁠📺 YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://aussietinytales.com⁠Image: JJ Harrison

Ever seen a beetle with a rhinoceros horn? Well, you're about to!—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com

What's that up in the sky? It's our hero! The Cardinal Ladybird 🦸🏼‍♂️🐞—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comPhoto by Gilles San Martin

What is camoflauged and jumps really high? A grasshopper! This story is about the Giant Grasshopper found in northern Australia. Enjoy!—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube:⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠📸 Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠🌐 Website:⁠ ⁠https://aussietinytales.com

Hey! I need your help. We need to follow this track in the mud and see where it goes. Come on, no time to waste!—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com

There's a tiny little possum over there in that bush, can you see it? Oh no! You missed it. Well, that was a honey possum. Here's a story about them 😊—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube:⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠📸 Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠🌐 Website:⁠ ⁠https://aussietinytales.com⁠Image: Kym Nicolson

Aussie Tiny Tales is now 2 years old! Thank you to everyone for listening and sharing it with your friends. I really appreciate all your support! As a working mum of 2 I could never have prepared for how loved this podcast has become. Thank you! Have a wonderful Christmas break 🎄Love Jess xEnjoy this Christmas special!—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube:⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠📸 Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠🌐 Website:⁠ ⁠https://aussietinytales.comPhoto by Mark Gillowhttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Numbat_(52028147000).jpg

Do you find bed time hard? I know I do sometimes. But our friends the Port Jackson sharks sleep in groups so they have company! Have a listen and get ready for bed with the sharks 🦈—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠⁠⁠🌐 Website:⁠⁠ ⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage: Acoma: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rybiska.jpg

Do you have a favourite butterfly? This story is about my favourite the Ulysses butterfly.—💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage: Notafly: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Papilio_ulysses_ambiguus_Rothschild,_1895.JPG

I feel shy sometimes. I bet you do too! There's nothing wrong with it. In fact, many creatures feel shy, including the Spotted Cuscus. —💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.comImage: Queensland Government: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Spilocuscus.jpg

Lottie the Superb Lyrebird is writing to Santa! But she isn't asking for presents...💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com⁠Image: Deborah Pickett

Did you know there's a snake that eats other snakes? Yep! Have a listen to learn more.💛 Follow & explore more Aussie Tiny Tales:Support the podcast by making a donation on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/aussietinytales📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AussieTinyTales⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aussietinytales/?igsh=djVjNjl0MDBuYmpz⁠🌐 Website: ⁠https://aussietinytales.com⁠Image: Will Brown