The Big Eyed Scad
Height
Unknown
Year Built
2006
Address
Edenhope, VIC 3318
The Lowdown
The Big Eyed Scad in Edenhope is one of Australia's more unusual Big Things - an oversized sculpture of a bigeye scad (Selar crumenophthalmus), a small silvery fish found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world, including northern Australia. Built in 2006, this quirky sculpture celebrates Edenhope's connection to fishing culture, despite the town being located in rural western Victoria, far from the ocean. The sculpture's playful nature embodies the Australian tradition of Big Things that celebrate both the significant and the delightfully absurd. Edenhope is a small farming town in the Wimmera region, and the Big Eyed Scad adds a splash of whimsy to this pastoral landscape.
Did you know?
"The town hosts the annual Henley on Lake Wallace regatta"
History
The Big Eyed Scad was installed in Edenhope in 2006, adding to Australia's collection of quirky and unexpected Big Things. The bigeye scad is a species of jack fish found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. While Edenhope is far from the ocean in rural western Victoria, the sculpture demonstrates the Australian love of the absurd and the willingness of small towns to create unique attractions that draw visitors. The Big Eyed Scad joins the Australian tradition of celebrating everything from bananas to prawns with oversized sculptures.
More Fun Facts
- •The bigeye scad is found in tropical waters worldwide
- •Edenhope is located in rural Victoria, far from the ocean
- •The sculpture was built in 2006
- •Edenhope is known for its beautiful Lake Wallace
- •The town hosts the annual Henley on Lake Wallace regatta
Visiting Tips
- 💡Lake Wallace is a beautiful spot for picnics
- 💡Edenhope is near the South Australia border
- 💡The region is known for its wool and grain production
- 💡Combine with a trip to the Grampians National Park
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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