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In this episode of Finding Melbourne’s Nature, we walk through Banyule Flats Reserve with urban ecologist Dr Jacinta Humphrey.

Moving through wetlands, billabongs and remnant vegetation along the Birrarung, Jacinta shares her journey into conservation and her work exploring how birds persist, adapt and even thrive in urban environments.

We talk about what cities are missing, and what they need to better support biodiversity. From the importance of dense understorey vegetation, to the challenges posed by species like noisy miners, this conversation looks at how small changes in habitat can have a big impact.

Along the way, we also get into skinks, bird calls, backyard conservation, and the role people can play in supporting nature, whether it’s planting habitat, joining a Friends group, or simply putting out water.

This episode is about rethinking the spaces around us, and how cities like Melbourne can support the species that live alongside us.