Swan Lake

Phillip Island, Victoria > Australia

A good path through local vegetation leads to a boardwalk close to wetlands with two bird hides for closer viewing.

Added* by Kate Crock
Most recent update 17 January 2024

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Description

Dry temperate forest and wetlands provides a variety of birdlife to view. The two bird hides at Swan Lake allow great viewing of the wetlands area. Raptors can also be seen overhead. Among the birds you can observe are Black Swan, Australian Shelduck, Australian Shoveler, Maned Duck, Cape Barren Goose, Brown Thornbill, Superb Fairywren and Musk Duck.

Details

Access

Swan Lake is situated on the western tip of Phillip Island. Dedicated parking off the main road. Click on the P in the map for directions. No access from sunset to sunrise. Walking access only. Is accessible for wheelchairs and prams.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Mud flats , Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Lake

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Is a telescope useful?

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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Top 5 birds

1. Australian Shoveler
(Spatula rhynchotis)

2. Yellow-billed Spoonbill
(Platalea flavipes)

3. Superb Fairywren
(Malurus cyaneus)

4. Grey Teal
(Anas gracilis)

5. Musk Duck
(Biziura lobata)

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