Eagles Heritage Raptor Wildlife Centre opened in January 1988 to cater for the influx of birds of prey that were handed in injured, orphaned or displaced to the Society for the Preservation of Raptors Inc.

Owned and run by Philip (at right with an injured sea eagle) and Kathy Pain, the Centre now boasts the largest collection of raptors in Australia.

Philip is a specialised keeper and has worked for many years in Taronga Zoo and Perth Zoo and was awarded a Churchill Fellowship in 1986 for his work with raptors.

Eagles Heritage is situated on 29 acres of bushland and visitors can enjoy a 1km walk which takes approximately 30-40 minutes and features an abundance of wildflower and orchids (in season).

The aviaries throughout the Centre are built of natural bushpoles and and nylon netting which saves the birds from injury and contain 21 of the 24 diurnal species and 5 of the 8 species of owl.

The birds on exhibit are non-releasable due to injuries, so are used to educate the public, particularly children. Breeding from these birds is also a priority at the Centre, with some being listed as Rare and Endangered.

The young from these birds can then be released into the wild and during the months of August-December many are sitting on eggs or are busily raising their young.

Eagles Heritage has the status of 'LIVING WINDOW INTO WESTERN AUSTRALIA' which was achieved by a grant received from the South West Development Commission. In this Endangered Species Interpretation Module, known as a 'LIVING WINDOW', visitors view the only Grey Falcon (threatened species) in captivity in the world via TV monitors built into the module.

This module was built with a grant received by the Society for the Preservation of Raptors Inc. from the Gordon Reid Foundation for Conservation (WA Lotteries Commission).

Also with this grant they were able to establish a 7 acre off-limits area containing three large rehabilitation aviaries, seven indoor/outdoor holding mews and a hospital/treatment room, all of which has been specially designed for the specific needs of raptors undergoing free-flight training needed prior to release back into the wild.

After your walk and Ecomuseum viewing you can take a seat under the shady pergola at the Free-flight Display area and watch in awe at the marvellous flight capabilities of the captive bred Black Kites.

These half hours displays are held twice daily at 11.00am and 1.30pm. and you will have a chance to have a bird of prey sit on your arm while listening to an educational talk given by Philip or David. Your Camera is a must for this part of your visit. 

Eagles Heritage also caters for coach tours and school visits and relies on visitor support for its continued operation.

The Centre is open 7 days a week (except Christmas Day) from 10am -5pm. Free-flight Displays are held twice daily at 11am and 1.30pm. Cost of admission is Adults - $7, Seniors - $5, Children - $3 and a Family (2 adults + children) - $17.