The Thynnes had a family of five daughters and three sons. Mary Caimcross Scenic Reserve gives shelter to many species of wildlife - an indication of the amazing range of native fauna which lived in the rain forests of the Blackall Range before the sounds of the settlers' axes mingled with the call of the whip birds. When walking in the rainforest. These include shellback ticks, also known as scrub ticks. which cause a fiery itch when attaching themselves and, if undiscovered, can be a threat to young children. In wet weather, you will also find leeches which, although harmless enough, are not everybody's favourite.
Leeches retreat very quickly before a pinch of table salt.
As well, watch out for the Gyrnpie Gympie, which is the native stinging tree. It has very large, roundish. It is not likely to be near walking tracks. Spending too much time lolling around on the grass can be dangerous. In summer without sunscreen you can burn to a crispy black colour.