Hasties Swamp National Park, Nature reserve near Atherton, Australia
Hasties Swamp National Park is a 57-hectare wetland area in the Tablelands featuring a mix of reeds, sedges, and eucalyptus forest at 826 meters elevation. The site supports diverse ecosystems that attract numerous bird species.
The location was designated as a protected national park by the Queensland Department of Environment and Science on December 16, 1994. This protective measure aimed to preserve the area's natural heritage for future generations.
The wetlands hold deep meaning for Aboriginal communities who have maintained connections to this land through established practices over generations. These bonds remain visible in how the landscape reflects centuries of knowledge and care.
A wheelchair-accessible bird hide offers good viewing platforms for observing the wetlands and watching birds at leisure. The site is designed to be accessible for visitors with varying mobility needs.
Water levels change significantly with the seasons, creating shifting conditions that attract different migratory bird species throughout the year. These fluctuating wetlands draw more than 300 bird species, including less common sarus cranes and pale-vented bush-hens.
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