The Glen Nature Reserve facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Glen Nature ReserveNew South Wales |
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IUCN Category Ia (Strict Nature Reserve)
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Small creek within the nature reserve
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| Nearest town or city | Gloucester |
| Established | January 1999 |
| Area | 27.5 km2 (10.6 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service |
| Website | The Glen Nature Reserve |
| See also | Protected areas of New South Wales |
The Glen Nature Reserve is a protected nature reserve in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, in eastern Australia. The 2,750-hectare (6,800-acre) reserve, which was gazetted in January 1999, is situated approximately 25 kilometres (16 mi) south-east of Gloucester, off Bucketts Way.
Features
The reserve is predominantly sclerophyll forest, and contains many endangered species of flora and fauna.
Flora
The Glen Nature Reserve consists of sub-tropical, sclerophyll forest. The major vegetation types are Eucalyptus and Angophora, with many species of fern and orchid.
Fauna
The fauna of The Glen Nature Reserve is well studied, and includes a large biodiversity. There are 14 species of frog, over 70 species of bird, over 20 species of mammal and 18 species of reptile, found in the nature reserve, with more species expected to be found. There are many endangered species of animal within the nature reserve, including the koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) and the yellow-bellied glider (Petaurus australis).
