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Giralang Pond

Australian Capital Territory  >  Australia

Giralang Pond is a small urban wetland in Canberra, supporting native flora and fauna, with an emphasis on waterbird habitat and local biodiversity.

Added* by Sam Colgan
Most recent update 23 června 2025

Description

Giralang Pond (Giralang Wetlands), formed by a small weir on Ginninderra Creek upstream of Lake Ginninderra, is a vital urban wetland in Canberra. This single, shallow wetland with reed-fringed and vegetated edges provides essential habitat for a variety of bird species, including yearly breeding Nankeen Night-Heron, Pacific Black Duck, and Australian Reed Warbler. In addition, there is a small island characterised by appropriate vegetation that provides a refuge for large flocks of Australian White Ibis, Great Egret, and Royal Spoonbill on a regular basis.

Details

Access

The best way to explore is on foot. A maintained bike path and footpath (1,3 km) runs along Ginninderra Creek, connecting to Smalley Circuit and Giralang Pond. Press P on the map for directions to a parking spot.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Links

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Map

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