Wadderin Sanctuary, Protected area in Narembeen, Australia.
Wadderin Sanctuary is a protected area in Western Australia spanning 427 hectares of woodland, shrubland, and mallee vegetation with granite outcrops. The site sits within the eastern wheatbelt region and is enclosed by a fox and cat-proof fence to safeguard its habitats.
The site functioned as a water reserve beginning in the 1920s with infrastructure including low walls that directed water into channels and a large holding dam. It was later transformed into a sanctuary to protect and restore native species and their habitats.
The site demonstrates how farmers, scientists, and volunteers work together to protect reintroduced species and restore native habitats. Visitors can witness the collaborative conservation effort that connects the local community to the land and its wildlife.
The sanctuary is located roughly 290 kilometers east of Perth and 8 kilometers north of Narembeen in inland Western Australia. Visitors should prepare for the region's weather conditions and wear suitable footwear when exploring the natural trails and granite outcrops.
The sanctuary hosts 241 native plant species that form the foundation of its ecosystem and support its wildlife. Among the animals protected here are the red-tailed phascogale and brush-tailed bettong, both endangered species that find refuge within its borders.
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