Guichen Bay Conservation Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Guichen Bay Conservation Park South Australia
IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
Guichen Bay Conservation Park Location in South Australia
Nearest town or city	Robe
Established	27 July 1967 (1967-07-27)
Area	1.27 km2 (0.5 sq mi)
Managing authorities	Department for Environment and Water
See also	Protected areas of South Australia

The Guichen Bay Conservation Park is a special place in South Australia. It's a protected area that looks out over Guichen Bay. You can find it near Mount Benson, which is about 8 kilometers north of the town of Robe.

This park was created to protect important natural features and wildlife. It's a great example of how we can look after our environment for the future.

History of the Park

The Guichen Bay Conservation Park wasn't always called that! It started as the Guichen Bay National Park. This happened on 27 July 1976. It was set up under a law called the National Parks Act 1966.

Later, on 27 April 1972, the park's name changed. It became the Guichen Bay Conservation Park under a new law, the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. Over time, more land was added to the park. By 2018, the park covered an area of 1.27 square kilometers.

Why Guichen Bay Park is Special

This conservation park is very important for a few reasons. It helps us understand the natural history of the area.

Ancient Land Features

The park contains part of the Guichen Bay beach ridge plain. This is a fantastic example of how beaches and land have formed over the last 7000 years. It shows how the coastline has changed naturally over a very long time. Scientists from all over the world are interested in this area!

Home for Wildlife

Because the park is not visited by many people, it's a quiet home for animals. The thick coastal plants provide a safe place for birds.

One special bird that lives here is the secretive Rufous bristlebird. Along the seashore, you might also spot dotterels and oystercatchers. These birds rely on the park's protected environment to live and thrive.

Protecting the Park

The Guichen Bay Conservation Park is recognized internationally for its importance. It is classified as an IUCN Category III protected area. This means it's considered a "Natural Monument or Feature" and is protected because of its unique natural features.

In 1980, the park was also listed on something called the "Register of the National Estate." This was a list of places in Australia that were important for their natural or cultural heritage.