Pete Michell gets the inside story on a job that's truly for the birds. Yes, you're right amongst it when you sign up for a feathered friends Behind the Scenes tour. Pete hides food for the cassowary, feeds the fairy penguins and pelicans and gets the inside story on a famous yet elusive Aussie icon - the lyrebird.

Behind the Scenes at the Adelaide Zoo - Birds
Tours run on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Bookings essential
Adelaide Zoo
8267 3255
www.adelaidezoo.com.au