Long Forest Nature Conservation Reserve
Facts and practical information
Long Forest Nature Conservation Reserve is a 600 hectare protected area in the Australian state of Victoria situated 50 kilometres to the west of the state capital of Melbourne, between Melton and Bacchus Marsh. It is managed by Parks Victoria. ()
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Wildlife
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Koala ("Bear")
The koala, often mistakenly referred to as the koala bear, is a herbivorous marsupial endemic to Australia. It is the sole extant species of the Phascolarctidae family. You'll find koalas inhabiting the coastal regions of eastern and southern Australia, particularly in...
Mammals
Short-beaked Echidna, Spiny Anteater
The short-beaked echidna is one of nature’s most unique and captivating creatures. It is one of four extant echidna species and the only one classified in the Tachyglossus genus. This spiny mammal is enveloped in fur and spines, distinguished by its characteristic...
Mammals
Eastern grey kangaroo
The eastern grey kangaroo, scientifically known as Macropus giganteus, is a marsupial native to the eastern third of Australia. It is also commonly referred to as the great grey kangaroo or the forester kangaroo. While a large male eastern grey kangaroo can weigh...
Mammals
Swamp (Black, Black-tailed) Wallaby
The swamp wallaby, also known as the black wallaby, is a small marsupial native to eastern Australia. It is the only species in the genus *Wallabia*. These wallabies inhabit a variety of environments along Australia's east coast, favoring dense undergrowth in forests...
Mammals
Red-capped robin
The red-capped robin is a delightful small bird endemic to Australia, easily identified by its bright colors. It predominantly inhabits the drier parts of the country, especially scrublands and open woodlands. This diminutive bird measures between 10.5 and 12.5...
Birds
Victoria