Project Highlights - November 2023
Saving the Greater Glider: Boosting Conservation in Grazing Lands
In November 2023, we wrapped up habitat enhancement activities for the "Saving the Greater Glider" project, a community-driven effort focused on habitat protection and restoration to support the recovery of the endangered Greater Glider, especially in the Upper Burnett region. This project highlights how sustainable food production and environmental conservation can go hand in hand.
Enhancing Habitat and Educating Landholders
Our main goal was to improve the presence, abundance, and reproductive success of the hollow-dependent Greater Glider by tackling their main threats: lack of nesting sites and low landholder awareness. By creating more nesting opportunities and educating landholders, we aimed to ensure the gliders' long-term survival.
Key activities included:
- Creating and distributing a comprehensive field and information guide: This guide provided practical tips and essential information about Greater Glider habitats and conservation methods. (learn more)
- Workshops and events: These sessions helped landholders and community learn about the Greater Glider and how to protect their habitats. (download the presentation & view the recording)
- Education campaign: Aimed at raising community awareness about the Greater Glider and the importance of conserving their habitats.
- Citizen science initiative: Encouraged locals to report Greater Glider sightings across the Burnett catchment, aiding in monitoring efforts. (learn about sightings in the Burnett or contact us with your sighting by emailing: misty@betterburnett.com)
Habitat Enhancement in Grazing Landscapes
A significant achievement of the project was enhancing habitats across 8080 hectares of grazing lands. We installed carved living hollows and nesting boxes at 11 sites, including pastoral lands and a mining rehabilitation site. These improvements have created essential nesting spaces, crucial for the gliders' survival and reproduction.
Ongoing Monitoring and Community Support
While the project officially concluded in November 2023, our work continues. We will keep monitoring the new habitats to ensure the Greater Gliders are thriving and to make any necessary adjustments. Community support remains key to the project's ongoing success. (learn about sightings in the Burnett or contact us with your sighting by emailing: misty@betterburnett.com)
Funding and Sponsorship
This project was made possible through funding from the WIRES National Grants Program, sponsorship from Evolution Mining, and donations from Goondicum Pastoral Co. We are incredibly grateful for their support.
Looking Forward
The "Saving the Greater Glider" project demonstrates the positive impact of combining sustainable grazing practices with environmental conservation. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to protecting the Greater Glider and enhancing their habitats, ensuring these remarkable creatures continue to thrive in the Upper Burnett region.
Stay tuned for updates on our ongoing monitoring efforts and future conservation initiatives!
For more information visit: https://betterburnett.com/saving-the-greater-glider/ or contact misty@betterburnett.com
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