Lake Macquarie
Facts and practical information
Lake Macquarie or Awaba is Australia's largest coastal salt water lake. Located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, it covers an area of 110 square kilometres and is connected to the Tasman Sea by a short channel. Most of the residents of the City of Lake Macquarie live near the shores of the lake. ()
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
New Zealand sea lion
The New Zealand sea lion, also known as Hooker's sea lion or whakahao in Māori, is one of the rarest sea lions in the world. They primarily breed on New Zealand's subantarctic Auckland and Campbell islands, with smaller populations found around the South and Stewart...
Mammals
Weka
The weka, a flightless bird indigenous to New Zealand, is a member of the rail family. Currently, four recognized subspecies of weka exist, although genetic studies indicate there are likely only two. These robust, brown birds are roughly the size of a chicken and are...
Birds
Killer whale
The orca, commonly known as the killer whale, is a captivating marine mammal and the largest member of the dolphin family. These distinctive creatures have a diverse diet, consuming fish, seals, and other marine mammals.
Mammals
Wandering albatross
The wandering albatross, known by various names such as the snowy albatross, white-winged albatross, or goonie, is a captivating seabird from the Diomedeidae family, with a range that encompasses the Southern Ocean. First described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758, this...
Birds
Red knot
The red knot is a medium-sized shorebird native to the tundra regions of Canada, Europe, and Russia. A member of the Calidris sandpiper family, this bird comprises six recognized subspecies. Its diet varies seasonally: during breeding, it primarily consumes arthropods...
Birds
Lake Macquarie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Lake Macquarie.
New South Wales