6 frogs, none introduced 10 fish, 3 introduced 1 crustacean, introduced 19 State significant birds have been recorded in Devilbend NFR, with most records been contemporary (within the last 5 years). Two species to the reserve, the White-bellied Sea-Eagle and Blue-billed Duck are ‘signature’ regularly recorded. One Nationally significant species Dwarf Galaxias is listed under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act 1999 (EPBC Act) has been recorded in the catch drains in 2001. Another EPBC Act listed species, the Growling Grass Frog has been recorded close to the reservoir in 1976, but not since. Eleven species are listed under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 as threatened. In addition, numerous other fauna species are considered to be of at least regional significance. Key management recommendations: Undertake weed management in the reserve by focusing on maintaining high-quality remnants, then moving toward lower-quality areas. Initiate pest animal control program and cooperation with adjacent landholders. Undertake research and examine limitations to fire in the reserve, then undertake and implement ecological fire management plan. Promote and manage natural regeneration of native vegetation and fauna habitat, with a focus on linking remnants and regenerating endangered Ecological Vegetation Classes. Work with leaseholders to review and change lease agreements for grazing in paddocks and work with the Mornington Peninsula Shire and adjacent landholders to implement appropriate land use controls to ensure adjacent land use is compatible with conservation of the reserve. This includes fencing of mature trees in paddocks as a source of natural regeneration. Establish monitoring plots to measure the rate of natural regeneration, weed cover and photo points in key sites. Work with other organisations and groups to establish long-term monitoring to measure change and threats to flora, fauna and ecological processes. Activity Pick one of the reports key recommendations and write up a 1-page management plan for Devilbend NFR focussing on your chosen recommendation. Including: How you would analyse the landscape degradation (e.g. level of erosion or water quality). The possible causes of this degradation. List both the term and long-term objectives of the plan. A section on managing the reserve for the species found here. ‘signature’ Questions
6 frogs, none introduced 10 fish, 3 introduced 1 crustacean, introduced 19 State significant birds have been recorded in Devilbend NFR, with most records been contemporary (within the last 5 years). Two ‘signature’ species to the reserve, the White-bellied Sea-Eagle and Blue-billed Duck are regularly recorded. One Nationally significant species Dwarf Galaxias is listed under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act 1999 (EPBC Act) has been recorded in the catch drains in 2001. Another EPBC Act listed species, the Growling Grass Frog has been recorded close to the reservoir in 1976, but not since. Eleven species are listed under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 as threatened. In addition, numerous other fauna species are considered to be of at least regional significance. Key management recommendations: Undertake weed management in the reserve by focusing on maintaining high-quality remnants, then moving toward lower-quality areas. Initiate pest animal control program and cooperation with adjacent landholders. Undertake research and examine limitations to fire in the reserve, then undertake and implement ecological fire management plan. Promote and manage natural regeneration of native vegetation and fauna habitat, with a focus on linking remnants and regenerating endangered Ecological Vegetation Classes. Work with leaseholders to review and change lease agreements for grazing in paddocks and work with the Mornington Peninsula Shire and adjacent landholders to implement appropriate land use controls to ensure adjacent land use is compatible with conservation of the reserve. This includes fencing of mature trees in paddocks as a source of natural regeneration. Establish monitoring plots to measure the rate of natural regeneration, weed cover and photo points in key sites. Work with other organisations and groups to establish long-term monitoring to measure change and threats to flora, fauna and ecological processes. Activity Pick one of the reports key recommendations and write up a 1-page management plan for Devilbend NFR focussing on your chosen recommendation. Including: How you would analyse the landscape degradation (e.g. level of erosion or water quality). The possible causes of this degradation. List both the term and long-term objectives of the plan. A section on managing the reserve for the ‘signature’ species found here. Questions
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