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Level of Significance

  • File
  • Local
  • Regional
  • State
  • National

Age

325yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

4m

Height - 69m

Details

Common name
Blackbutt
Botanical name
Eucalyptus pilularis
Other name
The Bird Tree
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Port Macquarie-Hastings (NSW)
Location
Middle Brother National Park Bird Tree Picnic Area Grey Gum Ridge Road Middle Brother NSW 2443
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
  • Outstanding size (Scientific)
  • Outstanding species (Scientific)
Date of measurement
29 May 2013
Date of classification
25 Jun 2013

Statement of Significance

This tree is significant for its outstanding size, and as an outstanding example of its species. It is considered to be one of the largest (by volume) coastal Blackbutt Trees in New South Wales.

Notes

The Bird Tree in Middle Brother National Park is estimated to be 300 years old, meaning it pre-dates the arrival of Captain Cook.