Serendip Sanctuary
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Serendip Sanctuary is a 250 ha protected area in Victoria, Australia, near the You Yangs and the town of Lara, some 22 km north of Geelong and 60 km south-west of Melbourne. Originally used for farming and other purposes, it was purchased in 1959 by the State Government of Victoria for wildlife research and the captive management and breeding of species threatened in Victoria, such as the brolga, magpie goose, Australian bustard, and bush stone-curlew. The sanctuary contains many different types of wetland and is home to many plant species as well, such as river red gums, tall spikerush, and tussock grass. Serendip now focuses more on environmental education about the flora and fauna of the wetlands and open grassy woodlands of the Volcanic Western Plains of Victoria. It was opened to the public in 1991 and is now managed by Parks Victoria. ()
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Wildlife
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Brolga
The brolga, also known as the native companion or Australian crane, is a magnificent bird belonging to the crane family. These elegant creatures can be found in tropical and southeastern Australia as well as New Guinea. One of the most enchanting sights in the avian...
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Bush stone-curlew
The bush stone-curlew, also known as the bush thick-knee, is a captivating bird native to Australia. This sizeable, ground-dwelling bird typically inhabits open plains and woodlands, where it nocturnally hunts for insects.
Birds
Australian bustard
The Australian bustard, often known as the plains turkey, is a captivating large bird that inhabits the grasslands, woodlands, and open agricultural areas of northern Australia and southern New Guinea. This nomadic species covers vast distances in its quest for food.
Birds
Magpie goose
The magpie goose is a distinctive waterbird native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea. As the sole extant member of its family, Anseranatidae, it holds a unique place in the avian world. Historically, it was prevalent in southern Australia, but habitat...
Birds
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