Carribie Conservation Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Carribie Conservation Park Corny Point, South Australia
IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
Carribie Conservation Park Location in South Australia
Nearest town or city	Warooka.
Established	11 July 1968
Area	19 hectares (47 acres)
Managing authorities	Department for Environment and Water
See also	Protected areas of South Australia

Carribie Conservation Park is a special protected area in South Australia. It's located on the Yorke Peninsula, about 32 kilometers west of Warooka, near Corny Point. This park helps protect important plants and animals.

What is Carribie Conservation Park?

Carribie Conservation Park is a place where nature is kept safe. It's like a special outdoor museum for plants and trees. The park covers about 19 hectares, which is roughly the size of 38 football fields.

Why is it Protected?

This park is very important because much of the land around it has been cleared for farming. Carribie Conservation Park helps save two main types of natural plant areas that used to cover the region. It's a small but vital piece of the original landscape.

History of the Park

The land for Carribie Conservation Park first became a protected area on July 11, 1968. Back then, it was called a "fauna reserve," meaning it was set aside to keep animals safe.

Later, on April 27, 1972, it officially became "Carribie Conservation Park." This happened under a new law called the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. This law helps protect many natural places across South Australia.

What Plants Grow Here?

The park has two main types of plant communities:

• Mallee Scrub: In the northern part of the park, you'll find a thick forest of Eucalyptus diversifolia trees. These are a type of mallee eucalyptus, which are gum trees that grow many stems from the ground.
• Woodland: The southern part of the park has a woodland area. Here, you'll see Casuarina stricta trees and Melaleuca lanceolata shrubs. These trees and shrubs create a different kind of habitat.

Rare Plants

In 2009, experts found 81 different types of native plants in the park. One special plant is an orchid called the Western Daddy-long-legs. This orchid is considered "rare" in South Australia, meaning it's not found in many places and needs extra protection.

How the Park is Managed

Carribie Conservation Park is managed by the Department for Environment and Water (South Australia). They work to keep the park healthy and protect its plants and animals.

International Protection

The park is recognized internationally by the IUCN. It's listed as a "Category III protected area." This means it's considered a "Natural Monument or Feature," important for its unique natural features.

In 1980, the park was also listed on something called the "Register of the National Estate." This register used to keep track of important natural and cultural places in Australia, showing how valued Carribie Conservation Park is.