Seasonal Calendar
BARDENYIRRINY ANIMALS
Dabaroong
Pelican
- The Pelican lives in both saltwater and freshwater country
- When the Pelican starts flying around in a certain way, it indicates that the country is getting dry
Goorrandalng
Brolga
- The Brolga is a large grey bird that lives in most areas of Miriwoong country, particularly in the wetland areas
- When Brolgas are seen flying around in circles high up in the sky it means they are looking for water in the hot time
Jaliwang
Barramundi
- The Barramundi is a large fish that lives in the saltwater and freshwater systems of the Kimberley and other regions of Northern Australia
- The Barramundi breeds at the end of the hot season and through the wet season
- It is a much sought after food source for the Miriwoong people
Bootheng
March Flies
- March flies start to come out everywhere in November and indicate the beginning of the hotter seasons
- They are particularly common near water and can inflict a painful bite
- Miriwoong people use to keep them away
Nyinyi
Double-barred Finch
- The Double-barred finch is a small bird found mainly around places where there is water
- In the dry season the Miriwoong people use the bird as an indicator to help them find water
These are just some of the many animals which come out in the hot season. To find out more, check out the Miriwoong Seasonal Calendar book available at the Mirima Dawang Woorlab-gerring Language and Culture Centre!
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