The Tumut Wetlands

Tumut Wetlands, located at the corner of Gocup and Adelong Roads in Tumut, NSW 2720, spans approximately 20 hectares and features a series of lagoons bordered by native reeds, giant River Red Gum forests, and the Tumut River flowing along its eastern edge. This diverse habitat supports over 70 bird species, including the Spotless Crake, Darter, Royal Spoonbill, Cattle Egret, Curlew Sandpiper, Rufous Night Heron, Australian Shoveler, and Little Grassbird. Other notable species include the White-bellied Sea-Eagle, Wedge-tailed Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, and Australian King Parrot. The wetlands hold significant environmental, natural, and cultural value, having been utilized by human communities for religious, spiritual, and historical purposes.