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Inside tip · Alice Springs (Mparntwe)

Which desert animal can you spot at Alice Springs Desert Park?

Answer: Bilby

The Desert Park shows three desert habitats; you can see native animals including the bilby, mala and thorny devil.

7km from town · daily 7.30am–6pm · last entry 4.30pm

Don't miss the Nature Theatre, where free-flying birds of prey show off their hunting skills. There's also a Nocturnal House and a night-time spotlight tour.

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