Byards Road Wetland, Reynella East

Where Is It?: Byards Road Wetland is adjacent to Byards Road, Reynella East.

Owner: City of Onkaparinga

Property summary: Hundred of Noarlunga Sections 1660-1661

Landscape Management Region: Hills and Fleurieu 

History: The wetlands were completed in July 2013 by the City of Onkaparinga as part of stage 2 of it’s Water Proofing the South initiative.

Habitat: These wetlands cover an area of 21 hectares and have been extensively revegetated.

Total Species Recorded to Date: 93 (non-passerines 59, passerines 34)

Common Species: Eurasian Coot, Black-fronted Dotterel, Australian White Ibis, Rainbow Lorikeet, Crested Pigeon, Grey Teal

Less Common Species: Common Bronzewing, Hardhead, Dusky Moorhen, Royal Spoonbill, Chestnut Teal, Australian Reed Warbler

Updated: 23/07/2021