Birding Guide to the Cessnock Woodlands
The Cessnock Woodlands are recognised internationally as a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) primarily because they provide vital refuge habitat for birds including the critically endangered Regent Honeyeater (https://birdlife.org.au/bird-profile/regent-honeyeater) and Swift Parrot (https://www.birdlife.org.au/bird-profile/swift-parrot).
The guide features a checklist of over 240 bird species you will have the opportunity to see throughout the diversity of habitats at the 18 featured sites. A ‘Map of the Region’ and Site List provides both GPS co-ordinates, and a QR code which can be scanned on your smartphone to view an online map (and driving directions) to each site.
Please note sites 7, 8 and 10 are currently closed and HBOC members are requested to not access this private property.
Click on image above to download a copy of this fantastic new resource and plan your own itinerary to explore this incredible biodiversity hotspot only 40 minutes’ drive west of Newcastle!
Scan the QR code using your smartphone camera to view an online map of the sites.
Note: All NPWS roads listed in the guide are dirt roads and conditions may vary.
Many trails are suitable for 4WD vehicles only (specifically, Pelton Road, Hebburn Road, Elrington Trail and a portion of Shiralee Trail are not maintained to 2WD standards).
This publication was made possible through the generous support of these organisations listed above as well as the Hunter Local Land Services and the NSW Government’s Saving our Species program through the Environmental Trust.
Coming Soon!
The next stage of this exciting project is the installation of interpretative signage at each site, featuring key bird species, and interesting botanical and cultural heritage information.
©BirdLife Australia/HBOC 2021
Design by Rob Kyte at ConservationMatters 0420 821 460
Front cover image: Regent Honeyeater on Long-flowered Mistletoe (illustrations by Rachel Klyve)