Jerrabomberra Wetlands
Now birds travel from all around to take refuge here. One example is the Latham's Snipe that flies directly from Japan to arrive at JW. Other wildlife that call this environment home are water rats, turtles, water dragons and platypus.
Make sure you take your binoculars when you go walking at Jerrabomberra Wetlands. There are strategically located paths and bird hides that will help you discover the delights of bird and wildlife watching.
Events are happening all the time at Jerrabomberra Wetlands to give visitors the opportunity to learn, explore and be inspired. For more details of happenings and school programs visit the website.
No pets are allowed in the wetlands.
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Pink-eared ducks take a break from the water -
Kelly's Swamp -
Bird watching for all ages -
There are over 200 species of birds that call Jerrabomberra Wetlands home -
Many water birds take refuge at Jerrabomberra Wetlands -
The Friends Group offers locals opportunities to volunteer and help restore the Wetlands
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Accessible at all times
COSTS
Free
Location
Jerrabomberra Wetlands
2 Dairy Road, Fyshwick, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Carpark
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #1 of 14 things to do in Fyshwick on TripAdvisor
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“How to milk a tarantula...and other adventures in nature”
Great talk and spider experience by Arachno Andy at the Jerrabomberra Wetlands. Really interesting selection of spiders to view and fascinating facts. The group of people were all really friendly and...
Icing D
“Bird land extraordinaire”
Never fails to please and on my last visit I was happy to add three birds to my watch list. A Royal Spoonbill; and Australasian Grebe - a whole family by the way with the kids giving a Eurasian Coot...
Chris M
“A hidden gem, wetland of international significance”
This site is visited by several bird species which migrate here for the summer - from areas as far away as Japan. Site has several bird hides, with extensive bird identification charts to help you...
Angela I
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