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Gwydir Wetlands - Waterbird Lagoon

New South Wales  >  Australia

A bird hide adjacent to Waterbird Lagoon. Part of Gwydir Wetlands State Conservation Area. More than 170 species have been recorded here.

Added* by Leonie Beaulieu
Most recent update 23 May 2024

Description

Waterbird Lagoon is a Murray-Darling Basin wildlife haven. Many bird species flock to this lagoon when its semi-permanent waterholes fill with water. Nestled among rushes at the edge of one of the lagoons, the two-level bird hide provides views over the wetlands. Numerous waterbirds such as ducks, herons, cormorants, darters, ibis, spoonbills and Nankeen Night-Heron, as well as birds in the surrounding bush. Migrating birds stop here as they head north or south. Often White-bellied Sea-Eagle can be seen soaring overhead.

Details

Access

Gwydir Wetlands - Waterbird Lagoon is 60 km west of Moree along Watercourse Rd. Dirt road part way. Gates open 5 am to 8 pm. Amenities include a covered picnic area and a toilet. Click on the P in the map for directions or coordinates of the parking. From the parking at the picnic area it is a short walk to the bird hide. Not wheelchair accessible. It is possible to explore further into the wetlands by kayak/canoe. The location is not accessible during wet weather. Check with National Parks NSW or local Tourist Information.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , High water possible

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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