Comb-crested jacana. Photo by Judy Dunlop/DBCA
Comb-crested jacana. Photo by Judy Dunlop/DBCA

Wetlands in Western Australia include tidal mangroves, billabongs, salt lakes and fresh water springs. These important ecosystems support a large proportion of the State’s flora and fauna.

DBCA coordinators the State reporting on Ramsar wetlands (wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention) and manages wetlands on department-managed land. 

We also undertake and support research to inform management of the Swan Canning Riverpark. This includes research on waterway condition, monitoring and management.

Wetlands conservation research

Providing a sound scientific basis on which to manage and conserve the State’s wetland and riverine ecosystems.

Wetland conservation

Wetland evaluation and classification, mapping, scientific advice, on-reserve management, and conservation of WA’s wetlands.

Swan Canning Science

Science supporting the management of the Swan Canning Riverpark.

Monitoring and reporting in the Swan Canning river system

Your portal to information on river conditions. Updated weekly.

Swan Canning Riverpark

Managing and protecting the Swan Canning Riverpark and the rivers at its heart.

Swan River Trust

Providing independent, high level strategic advice on the protection of the Swan and Canning rivers.
Page reviewed 30 Jan 2023