Concord's newest residents

Have you heard about the high-flying feathered residents that have moved into town? Earlier this year a pair of vulnerable Eastern Osprey built a nest atop a 22-meter light pole in Majors Bay Reserve, Concord!

Osprey are fish-eating birds of prey whose wings can span a whopping 1.2 metres. Similarly to Bar-tailed Godwits, they are protected in NSW and are sensitive to disturbances like drones so please help us look after this unique species by keeping your distance from their nest.

The City of Canada Bay is lucky to be home to over 260 flora and fauna species, including more than 80 bird species – 79 of those are native to Australia. From the common Superb Fairywrens to the remarkable Eastern Ospreys, birds play an essential role in our ecosystem.

Here are a few other special feathered residents that call our City home:

• Bar-tailed Godwit: Find these endangered waders hanging out in flocks along our mudflats in spring and summer. They are spooked by dogs so remember to keep your dog on leash around our foreshore where they feed.
• New Holland Honeyeater: These active feeders eat mostly flower nectar and are commonly found in lower areas of shrubby plants. Plant banksias and grevilleas in your garden to help grow their habitat.
• Tawny Frogmouth: These nocturnal, insect-eating birds are often confused with owls. During the day, spot them perched on low tree branches camouflaged as part of the tree.
• Chestnut Teal: This small duck, found on wetlands, feeds on insects, seeds and molluscs. Males are distinctive, having a glossy green head and chestnut brown neck while females are mottled dark brown and grey, with a pale throat streaked brown.