Cygnets a Centennial Parklands success story after black swans breeding program given a boost

[barryqwalsh]

Adorable cygnets are making a splash at Centennial Park after a project to boost the breeding program paid off.

Three little cygnets were recently born to a pair of black swans who used a new floating pontoon in Kippax Lake to create their nest.

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The floating pontoon in Kippax Lake, Moore Park


The historic Kippax Lake in Moore Park provides more than just a picturesque backdrop – it plays an important support role for our living urban ecosystem both above and below the waterline.

The Lake’s ecosystem features a range of living creatures from the highly visible Black Swans and ducks above the water, to eels, fish and microorganisms beneath.

Here’s one story of some ‘local residents’…

Cygnets underline importance of Kippax Lake | Centennial Parklands Blog

 

[Lucy Hamilton]

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Adorable cygnets are making a splash at Centennial Park after a project to boost the breeding program paid off.

Three little cygnets were recently born to a pair of black swans who used a new floating pontoon in Kippax Lake to create their nest.

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Absolutely beautiful creatures Barry.