Rilli Island Conservation Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rilli Island Conservation ParkLoxton North, South Australia |
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IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
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 Rilli Island Conservation Park
Location in South Australia
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| Nearest town or city | Loxton |
| Established | 4 July 1968 |
| Area | 6 hectares (15 acres) |
| Managing authorities | Department of Environment and Water |
| See also | Protected areas of South Australia |
Rilli Island Conservation Park is a special protected area in South Australia. It's located on Rilli Island, which is part of the Riverland region. You can find it near Loxton North, about 6.5 kilometers (4 miles) northeast of the Loxton town center.
This park helps protect nature and wildlife.
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What is Rilli Island Conservation Park?
Rilli Island Conservation Park is a small, important island in the Murray River. It sits next to a place called the Hundred of Gordon. This park was first created on July 4, 1968. It was set up to protect animals and their homes.
How the Park Was Formed
The park started as a "fauna conservation reserve" under an old law called the Crown Lands Act 1929. Later, in 1972, a new law came out. This law was the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. Because of this new law, Rilli Island became a "conservation park."
As of July 2016, the park covers an area of about 6 hectares (15 acres). That's about the size of 15 football fields!
Nature and Wildlife on Rilli Island
Rilli Island is a very pretty place. It's a small sandbar island in the Murray River. It's close to the Katarapko Game Reserve. This location makes it a safe spot for waterbirds. They can find refuge here, especially during hunting seasons.
Plants You Can Find
The island has different types of plants. You can see tall Eucalyptus camaldulensis trees, which are also known as River Red Gums. Below these trees, there are areas with Phragmites australis, which are common reeds. You might also find Muehlenbeckia cunninghamii plants growing there.
How the Park is Managed
Rilli Island Conservation Park is managed by the Department of Environment and Water. Since 1994, it has been managed together with other nearby parks. These include Kapunda Island and Media Island conservation parks. All of these parks work closely with the larger Murray River National Park. This helps protect the whole area better.
Park Classification
Rilli Island Conservation Park is listed as an IUCN Category III protected area. This means it's recognized internationally for protecting natural features. In 1980, it 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.
