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    Lake Cowal threatened!!

Waterbirds fly at dusk, Lake Cowal, NSW, Australia.s79-15s  Waterfowl, including the rare Freckled Duck.s97-12s  Healthy lignum, waterbird nesting habitat, Lake Cowal.s45-4s  Flooded lignum and canegrass, Lake Cowal, important wetland habitat.s105-11s  
One of the most precious freshwater wetland complexes in eastern Australia, Lake Cowal, central New South Wales, is threatened with a proposed 300m deep open-cut cyanide-leach mine on its edge, separated from the lake by an earthen bundwall, and toxic tailings dammed within 3 kilometers! Lake Cowal is a National Estate wetland of immense biological and cultural importance. It is a major habitat for migratory and nomadic waterbirds on a national scale, a sacred place for the Wiradjuri people, and a favoured destination for many outdoor enthusiasts.

Conservation organisations, both government and community, believe that the fragile ecology of this wetland is no place for a toxic mine. A phenomenal number of conservation organisations has united to campaign for Lake Cowal's protection. Even if you normally leave natural heritage protection to the specialists, please support them in this crucial case. Enjoy this photographic tour of Lake Cowal from the EcoPix files, then please visit the link provided below to participate in the email campaign.

Diversity of life at the mouth of Bland Creek, Lake Cowal's inflow.s39-9s  

Thousands of visitors have enjoyed Lake Cowal over the years.s61-8s  

Lake Cowal viewed from Wamboyne Mountain, showing lignum beds.s73-19s  

Pelicans by the flock hunting through the shallows of Lake Cowal.s18-14s   Stormclouds over a flooded Lake Cowal.s46-10s  
Receding waters leave milfoil and river red gums.s67-23s   Rufous Night Herons gather near their nesting colony in flooded Lake Cowal forest.s118-16s  
Sacred Ibis arrive to roost for the night, Lake Cowal.s34-3s   Family of Great Crested Grebe on Lake Cowal, one of the multitude of waterbirds which raise their young on the lake.s3-18s  
Squadron of pelicans hunt in the river red gum flooded forest, Lake Cowal.s66-9s   Flock of Straw-necked Ibis wheel on thermals above the nesting colony in Lake Cowal lignum.s45-12s  
Wandering Whistle Duck photographed at Lake Cowal, far from its northern habitats. The lake is a meeting place for nomadic waterbirds from all over Australia.s79-13s   The rare Freckled Duck, a frequent inhabitant of Lake Cowal.s105-12s  
Male Blue-billed Ducks display during the breeding season, one of the rarer waterbird species which use Lake Cowal.s34-8s   Yellow-billed Spoonbill catches prey by feel in its special bill.s34-2s  
White-necked or Pacific Heron hunts in old-growth river red gum flooded forest.s3-8s   Great Egrets hunt in the wetland shallows, along with herons, ibis and spoonbills.s97-6s  
Nest and eggs of a Magpie Goose pair which nested on Lake Cowal in 1989. The lake supports unusual wildlife for its latitude.s1-18s   The rare and beautiful Superb Parrot lives in the woodlands surrounding Lake Cowal.s108-21s  
 
Windmill in water shows the ephemeral nature of Lake Cowal, the wet and dry phases of which are both of ecological importance to the functioning of its ecosystem, and to agriculture and fisheries.s120-11s   People as well as wildlife flock to the lake to enjoy its natural values. Campers at Lake Cowal.s65-7s  
A White-faced Heron preens to protect its wings while at peace in the productive shallows of Lake Cowal. Everyone needs to protect and care for their assets.s79-16s  

A White-faced Heron preens to protect its wings while at peace in the productive shallows of Lake Cowal. Everyone needs to protect and care for their assets.


Hope you enjoyed this tour of Lake Cowal. If you would like to see the lake and wetlands stay this way, please take a moment to visit:

Coalition to Protect Lake Cowal 

Sun rises over the waters of Lake Cowal - the dawning of another day across this timeless and priceless jewel of nature.

Sun rises over the waters of Lake Cowal - the dawning of another day across this timeless and priceless jewel of nature.s119-22s  

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