Loch McNess
Loch McNess (Nyoongar:Wagardu Lark),[2] also known as Yanchep Lake, is a freshwater lake located near Yanchep in the northern part of the coastal plain of Perth, Western Australia. Loch McNess is part of the Wanneroo wetlands, a chain of lakes, and is part of the Yanchep National Park. Water from the lake is used to refill the underground lakes in some nearby caves.[3]
| Loch McNess | |
|---|---|
| Yanchep Lake | |
 Sunset over Loch McNess | |
  Loch McNess | |
| Location | Swan Coastal Plain, Western Australia |
| Coordinates | 31°32′S 115°40′E |
| Type | Freshwater |
| Native name | Wagardu Lark (Nyungar) |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Designation | Yanchep National Park |
| Max. depth | 3.4 m (11 ft) |
| Islands | Several |
| References | [1] |
Description
The lake is named after Sir Charles McNess, a wealthy Western Australian philanthropist.
Galaxiidae (fish) and Gilgies (freshwater crayfish) are endemic to the region.[4] Introduced species include mosquitofish (Gambusia).
CSIRO study nutrients and plankton in the lake.[5]
The lake is also known as Wagardu Lark by the Nyoongar aboriginals[2] and along with the caves is of significant cultural importance.[6]
Since European colonisation of the area and specifically with the building of Gloucester Lodge on its shores in 1933[7] it has traditionally been used for boating outings. There is no longer sufficient water in the lake for boating.
References
- Predicting wetland water storage
- http://www.perthsites.com/web/design.cgi?website=1053-yanchep-national-park
- http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/s1079043.htm
- Allen, Gerald (1981), A Field Guide to Inland Fishes of Western Australia, Perth: Western Australian Museum, ISBN 9780724484096
- http://www.publish.csiro.au/paper/MF9810541.htm
- https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2001/mar/04/perth.australia.observerescapesection/print
- http://register.heritage.wa.gov.au/PDF_Files/04151%20Yanchep%20(P-AD).PDF