Green and Golden Bell Frog Sanctuary

Hidden away in Sydney’s industrial suburb of Greenacre lies a secret sanctuary for the Green and Golden Bell Frog (Litoria aurea).
Thanks to the efforts of Dr Arthur White and the volunteers at the Frog and Tadpole Society (FATs), this native species is making a comeback in the Cooks River Catchment. This highly developed section of the catchment is an unlikely location for a frog habitat. As it turns out, the Cox’s Creek Reserve and an old brick pit have created ideal conditions for this industrious frog.

Creating a Frog Sanctuary

The are where the sanctuary now sits, was identified by the NSW government as a key population site in 2007. Government surveys identified isolated populations in the area, which had been disconnected by industrial and rail development. The area was selected for conservation due to seasonal ponds and connection to Cox’s Creek, which flows into the Cooks River.

The sanctuary was formally established as a conservation area in 2020, with the construction of artificial ponds and and is jointly managed by Strathfield Council and the Frog and Tadpole Study Group (FATs).

Take a tour of the Bell Frog sanctuary with Dr Arthur White.

Sanctuary Tours

The Wetlands are only open to the public for events.  To enquire about educational excursions, contact the Frog and Tadpole Study Group. (FATs)

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