Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Wildlife conservation park in Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia
Moonlit Sanctuary is a wildlife conservation park in Pearcedale, Victoria, housing over 400 animals from 60 species in natural habitats. The grounds feature wetlands and a central lake where native species live in environments resembling their natural conditions.
Construction began in December 1998 with a visitor centre, a 2-acre wetland with a lake, more than 30 animal enclosures and Australian plantings. The park opened in September 2001. It later added conservation breeding, notably a 2016 facility for up to 20 pairs of critically endangered orange-bellied parrots.
The park represents native fauna that once inhabited the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Biosphere Reserve. Visitors encounter species typical of this region and see how their habitats have been reconstructed here.
The park welcomes visitors daily throughout the year and allows you to explore the grounds at your own pace. Wearing comfortable shoes and staying on marked paths helps you see the animals without disturbance while making your visit more enjoyable.
Evening guided walks allow visitors to observe nocturnal animals using specialized spotlighting techniques in their natural settings. These experience-focused tours reveal a side of the park that daytime visitors normally miss.
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