There are 16 threatened species of endangered populations in New South Wales. A total of 205 priority actions have been identified to help recover these species.
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| Adelotus brevis - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Complete preparation of recovery plan and coordinate its implementation. . . (High priority)
2. Control and monitor feral and domestic ungulate disturbance in known and potential habitat. (Medium priority)
3. Control and monitor weeds at known and potential habitat, in particular blackberry and lantana. (Medium priority)
4. Control and, where practicable, eradicate introduced fish from habitat. (Low priority)
5. Determine intensities and ranges of relevant types of ultra-violet radiation (likely to have been) present within the designated range of the endangered population, historically and from the 1970s to the present. (Medium priority)
6. Determine the genetic characteristics of the species, and degree, nature and distribution of genetic variations. (Medium priority)
7. Determine the nature and degree of impacts of introduced fish (including cyprinids, salmonids & the Plague Minnow) on the species by undertaking field and laboratory studies. (Low priority)
8. Determine the nature and impacts of synergistic interactions between atmospheric pollution, chytridiomycosis and ultra-violet radiation on the Tusked Frog, by experimental laboratory and field studies. (Medium priority)
9. Determine the presence of any populations within the range of the endangered population, and locations of the nearest populations to the boundary designation of the endangered population through surveys. (High priority)
10. Examine samples of extant populations adjoining areas within or near the designated area of the endangered population from which the species has disappeared, for the disease chytridiomycosis. (High priority)
11. Examine the Tusked Frog's biology & ecology (with particular reference to chytrid) & undertake experimental studies to determine why the species has essentially disappeared from the range of the endangered population whilst other frog species remain. (High priority)
12. Examine voucher specimens from areas within & adjoining the designated boundary of the endangered population for the presence & abundance of agricultural pesticides used in the 1970s & 1980s; determine their likely source & mode of transport. (Medium priority)
13. Examine voucher specimens from within the designated boundary of the endangered population and from adjoining areas from which populations have disappeared, to determine presence/absence of the disease chytridiomycosis. (High priority)
14. Identify the boundaries (and their characteristics at that point) of the processes causing the disappearance of the Tusked Frog at altitude via experimental re-introductions in areas adjoining extant populations . (Medium priority)
15. Inform, educate & involve the community, landholders & stakeholders in the species recovery (incl. production/distribution of fact sheets on the species, threatening processes & recovery strategy, habitat management & protection, surveys & monitoring). (Medium priority)
16. Minimise further degradation and removal of habitat, particularly from timber harvesting, removal of dead timber, cattle grazing and inappropriate fire regimes. (Low priority)
17. Minimise the spread of the disease chytridiomycosis to and between habitats. (Medium priority)
18. Monitor any located endangered populations, and populations closest to the designated boundary of the endangered population, to determine population changes and identify causes for these changes. (High priority)
19. Monitor implementation of national (and state, when developed) chytrid Threat Abatement Plans, and implement relevant actions. (High priority)
20. Review distribution, historical records and conservation status. (High priority)
21. Review research results and implement/modify management actions accordingly. (High priority)
22. Survey known or potential sites and establish an annual monitoring program. (High priority)
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| Callocephalon fimbriatum population in the Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai Local Government Areas | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Determine from study findings whether opportunities exist to further facilitate migrations to and from the designated endangered population area. (Medium priority)
2. Develop a strategy that includes street tree or other planting, browse plant species within reserves and private residences. (Medium priority)
3. Develop fire management options within forested habitat areas that give priority to minimising loss of habitat trees. (High priority)
4. Investigate movement patterns within and between areas occupied by individuals from the population. (Medium priority)
5. Monitor utilisation of the relevant forested areas as to nesting, foraging and other habitat uses. (Medium priority)
6. Produce a community awareness strategy that provides advice on how to carry out actions that will benefit the population of the species. (Medium priority)
7. Provide map of known occurrences to Rural Fire Service and seek inclusion of mitigative measures on Bush Fire Risk Management Plan(s), risk register and/or operation map(s). (Medium priority)
8. Provide supplementary hollows/nest boxes within the primary habitat areas. (Medium priority)
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| Calyptorhynchus lathami - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Develop and implement management plans for important areas of habitat. (High priority)
2. Identify nest sites and map distribution of nesting habitat. (High priority)
3. Increase landholder and public awareness of status, threats and priority actions. (Low priority)
4. Increase the extent of foraging and nesting habitat. (Medium priority)
5. Investigate breeding biology and foraging ecology. (Low priority)
6. Map distribution and condition of foraging habitat. (High priority)
7. Monitor population size and recruitment annually. (High priority)
8. Negotiate management agreements and covenants over important areas of habitat. (Medium priority)
9. Prepare and distribute information to decision makers. (Medium priority)
10. Provide incentives for landholders to fence and manage important areas of habitat. (High priority)
11. Provide input to local fire management plans to ensure appropriate management of habitat. (High priority)
12. Undertake co-ordinated control of feral herbivores. (Medium priority)
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| Climacteris affinis - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Establish monitoring sites to determine population trends over time. (High priority)
2. Increase the understanding of woodland birds through the promotion of the DECC website and other educational material. (Medium priority)
3. Review existing forestry operations on SFNSW estate to determine overall impact on the value of habitat for this species, amend licensing prescriptions where necessary and/or identify areas where no harvesting should occur. (Low priority)
4. Undertake studies to determine the habitat requirements of the species amd potential threats to the species. (High priority)
5. Use management agreements and incentives on private land to manage total grazing pressure through such actions as removal of artificial water points and feral and native herbivore control. (Medium priority)
6. Using current records and literature on habitat requirements determine the current distribution and identify areas of potential habitat to undertake survey and management actions. . (High priority)
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| Dromaius novaehollandiae - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Conduct public awareness campaigns to increase community participation in reporting and protection of Emu population. (Medium priority)
2. Control feral predators where predation has been identified as a problem and encourage the restraint of domestic dogs in areas supporting emus. (Medium priority)
3. Determine whether emus are still located in the Port Stephens LGA through targeted surveys. (High priority)
4. Discuss options with landholders for mitigating crop damage by emus. (High priority)
5. In the event of an emu sub-population being identified at Port Stephens, implement relevant management actions. (Medium priority)
6. Incorporate information provided through Aboriginal community consultation. (High priority)
7. Increase road signage and reduce speed limits in areas where emus routinely cross roads. (Medium priority)
8. Investigate the causal relationship between identified threats and emu decline and identify mitigation measures. (High priority)
9. Involve local Aboriginal communities in on-ground management activities. (High priority)
10. Involve local Aboriginal communities in surveys and monitoring programs. (High priority)
11. Maintain annual emu surveys. (High priority)
12. Prepare a recovery plan due to high local cultural significance and icon status. (High priority)
13. Protect areas of known habitat from clearing or development. (High priority)
14. Protect emu habitat on private land. (High priority)
15. Provide map of known occurrences to Rural Fire Service and seek inclusion of mitigative measures on Bush Fire Risk Management Plan(s), risk register and/or operation map(s). (High priority)
16. Report any instances of illegal killing of emus to DEC. (High priority)
17. Report any sightings of emus outside the area between Evans Head and Red Rock and the Bungawalbin area to DEC. (High priority)
18. Report to DEC NEB any records of nesting emus or emus with chicks to DEC. (High priority)
19. Research genetic variation of these populations from other populations of the Emu. (Low priority)
20. Seek advice from local Aboriginal community elders on appropriate site management regimes based on indigenous knowledge. (High priority)
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| Eudyptula minor population - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Community education and advice. (High priority)
2. Determine the current status of the population and extent of available habitat. (High priority)
3. Develop community outreach program. (Medium priority)
4. Education and enforcement of Companion Animals Act to reduce mortality of penguins from domestic pets. (Medium priority)
5. Enforcement of waterway regulations. (Medium priority)
6. Erect a dog control sign. (Medium priority)
7. Establish and maintain a mortality register. (High priority)
8. Landscaping, improving habitat including nest boxes. (High priority)
9. Marine Pollution spill management. (Medium priority)
10. Monitoring of fish stocks. (Medium priority)
11. Pest management in Sydney harbour National park. (High priority)
12. Research into ecology of population. (Medium priority)
13. Reservation. (Medium priority)
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| Long-nosed potoroo - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Address threats including fragmentation, development, roads, fence where necessary to protect from human incursion or grazing, control predators (foxes and dogs). (High priority)
2. As a matter of priority liaise with landholders and adjacent landholders to reduce impacts of the Boyd St connection. Revegetate cleared areas, restore original hydrology, build suitable underpasses, construct fencing. (High priority)
3. Collect information on extent of population and its habitat. (High priority)
4. Develop local government biodiversity conservation strategies. (High priority)
5. Develop protocols, monitor population, identify and implement actions to address threats to the population. (High priority)
6. Ensure population's ecological requirements, including dense understorey are considered in fire planning and hazard reduction in the habitat of this population and the Cobaki Broadwater area generally. (High priority)
7. Ensure that any weed removal is gradual and does not result in reduction of protective cover for the Long-nosed Potoroo. (High priority)
8. Ensure that erosion and sedimentation, e.g. from roadwork's does not reduce or degrade the habitat of the population. (High priority)
9. Exclude domestic stock from the habitat of this population at Cobaki Lakes, Tweed Heads west. (High priority)
10. Monitor habitat to ensure ecological values are maintained. (High priority)
11. Raise community awareness of importance of retaining understorey cover and large intact areas of native vegetation for small to medium-sized terrestrial mammals including the Long-nosed Potoroo. (High priority)
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| Mastacomys fuscus - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Analyse genetic relationships within endangered population and between populations. (High priority)
2. Complete preparation of the recovery plan in 2007. (High priority)
3. Consider controlled removal of horses. (High priority)
4. Construct a predator proof fence around key colonies. (Medium priority)
5. Consult with Indigenous groups about the draft recovery plan. (High priority)
6. Containment and strategic eradication of Scotch Broom and Yorkshire Fog. (High priority)
7. Coordinate Recovery Plan preparation and implementation, and maintain and manage database. (High priority)
8. Develop and distribute environmental impact assessment and management guidelines. (Medium priority)
9. Implement ongoing pig and fox control at strategic sites. (High priority)
10. Ongoing abundance surveys, identify key colonies, and implement monitoring program with micro-chipping equipment. (High priority)
11. Prepare species profile and information brochure. (Medium priority)
12. Refine knowledge of population distribution in northern NSW. (High priority)
13. Research biology and ecology, and undertake comparative studies. Analyse usage of artificial shelter as habitat. (High priority)
14. Research impact of disturbance and threatening processes, and determine mitigation measures. (High priority)
15. Undertake a feasibility study of captive breeding of the broad-tooth rat. (Medium priority)
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| Menippus fugitivus - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Control deer. (Medium priority)
2. Establish ex-situ population. (High priority)
3. Liaise with indigenous community. (Low priority)
4. Monitor population at Gray's Point Reserve. (High priority)
5. Prepare and undertake weed control program. (High priority)
6. Prevent trampling of habitat. (High priority)
7. Provide interpretation material. (Medium priority)
8. Review taxonomy. (High priority)
9. Study effects of weed control. (High priority)
10. Study lifecycle and habitat requirements. (High priority)
11. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus - Royal NP. (Medium priority)
12. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Bass Point & Mt Warrigal. (Medium priority)
13. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Beecroft Peninsula. (Medium priority)
14. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Berkley NR. (Medium priority)
15. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Comerong Is. (Medium priority)
16. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Crooked River / Seven Mile Beach NP. (Medium priority)
17. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Minnamurra. (Medium priority)
18. Survey of Celtis paniculata for presence of M. fugivitus- Primbee. (Medium priority)
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| Perameles nasuta population - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Continue community awareness program. (Medium priority)
2. Continue implementation of fox and feral cat control program in accordance with Fox TAP. (High priority)
3. Continue weed control program in accordance with Sydney Harbour National Park PoM. (High priority)
4. Erect signage/speed bumps to alert motorists and reduce road mortality. (Medium priority)
5. Finalise draft plan in accordance with previous commitments by December 2007 . (Low priority)
6. Implement SHNP Fire Management Plan. (High priority)
7. Monitor population in accordance with recovery program monitoring program. (High priority)
8. Prepare recommendation for declaration of critical habitat. (Medium priority)
9. Provide advice to consent authorities regarding impacts on population. (Low priority)
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| Petaurides volans - endangered population | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Develop guidelines for habitat restoration activities including key tree species, combinations and configurations. (Medium priority)
2. Develop habitat maps and assessment guidelines for Council and the CMA. (High priority)
3. Encourage landowners to remove barbed wire from the top strand of existing fences and to not use barbed wire for the top strand of new fences in forested areas. . (Low priority)
4. Identify priority areas for habitat restoration to increase the extent and connectivity of habitat. (High priority)
5. Increase community awareness of the status, ecology and management of the population through the provision of information (brochures, web, media, forums, field visits). (High priority)
6. Investigate the use of nest boxes to improve habitat quality in areas with few or no hollows. (Medium priority)
7. Undertake habitat mapping using API and vegetation assessment. (High priority)
8. Undertake surveys to determine distribution and habitat preferences. (High priority)
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| Petaurus norfolcensis - endangered population Barrenjoey Peninsula | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Foster community involvement through participation in habitat restoration and the reporting of sightings to DEC or Council. (Medium priority)
2. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, enhance habitat by planting key feed and habitat trees. (Medium priority)
3. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, initiate predator control (cat) program (Responsible pet ownership campaign in local community; feral cat trapping). (High priority)
4. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, maintain and enhance wildlife corridors. (Medium priority)
5. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, map records and habitat (known and potential). (High priority)
6. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, restore degraded likely habitat using bush regeneration techniques. (Medium priority)
7. If population present, investigate population health (PVA) and other factors likely to cause population decline. (Low priority)
8. Rehabilitate sick, injured or orphaned animals and where possible release. (Medium priority)
9. Survey past records within Barrenjoey headland to confirm presence of population. (High priority)
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| Petaurus norfolcensis - endangered population Wagga Wagga | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Address Squirrel Glider conservation in management of Travelling Stock Reserves. (Medium priority)
2. Address Squirrel Glider conservation in State Forests. (Medium priority)
3. Address Squirrel Glider conservation through reserve management and planning. (Medium priority)
4. Conduct surveys across the Wagga Wagga LGA to determine population size and extent. (High priority)
5. Consider Squirrel Glider conservation requirements when assessing private native forestry and vegetation clearing applications. (Medium priority)
6. Develop a map of habitat quality and provide to decision makers. (Medium priority)
7. Develop and apply local planning strategies that conserve Squirrel Glider subpopulations and their habitats on private land. (Medium priority)
8. Develop and distribute educational information about the Squirrel Glider population in the Wagga Wagga LGA. (Low priority)
9. Ensure management of roadsides at or near Squirrel Glider sites protects and enhances habitat. (Medium priority)
10. Establish a protocol for monitoring the status of the population. (Medium priority)
11. Identify areas of land suitable for rehabilitation that will provide links to existing known habitat/colonies. (Medium priority)
12. Identify key sites across the LGA for long-term monitoring. (Medium priority)
13. Incorporate actions to protect, enhance and restore habitat in Regional planning strategies. (Medium priority)
14. Inform the local rural and urban community through information forums. (Medium priority)
15. Liaise with research and tertiary institutions, State Government agencies and other public authorities to facilitate strategic ecological research. (Low priority)
16. Provide EIA guidelines to decision makers. (Medium priority)
17. Raise awareness and encourage participation in the recovery program through local media. (Medium priority)
18. Raise the profile of the Squirrel Glider in key roadside habitats. (Medium priority)
19. Review grazing licences on public land and modify grazing regimes that will benefit Squirrel Gliders, in consultation with licencees. (Medium priority)
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| Phascolarctos cinereus - endangered population Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Accredited and licensed wildlife rehabilitation groups will continue to rescue and rehabilitate injured, orphaned and/or diseased koalas according to the DEC policy "Koala Care in NSW: Guidelines and Conditions". (Medium priority)
2. Advise land managers of site protection measures such as Vacs, Wildlife Refuge, JMAs and other non-statutory habitat protection measures. (Medium priority)
3. Advise land managers of site protection measures such as VCAs, Wildlife Refuge, JMAs and other non-statutory habitat protection measures. (Medium priority)
4. Areas of koala habitat identified during the mapping process will be prioritised for active habitat management and monitoring/conservation and assessment of the need for critical habitat declaration, in consultation with the koala working group. (High priority)
5. Coordinate dog (feral and Dingoes) control in the wider Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens area to reduce the incidents of dog attacks. (High priority)
6. Coordinate implementation of recovery actions to ensure effective and cost-effective implementation. This will include the formation of a koala working group consisting of members of local government and the community. (High priority)
7. Develop an information exchange system for wildlife carers to ensure sick, injured or orphaned Koalas are treated with a consistent and high standard of care. (Medium priority)
8. Develop and implement a broad scale education and awareness strategy to provide information on the Koala population, its conservation, threatening processes and mechanisms and incentives available to protect them and distribute to all stakeholders. (High priority)
9. Ensure consideration of this Koala population in Council plans of management. (Medium priority)
10. Ensure consideration of this Koala population in plans of management for Myall Lakes Pational Park. (Medium priority)
11. Establish a database to maintain records of koalas in the Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens area. (Medium priority)
12. Establish a survey program to determine if areas to the north and west of Hawkes Nest and tea Gardens represent a source of new individuals into the Endangered Koala population. (High priority)
13. Identify and map koala habitat in the Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens area and produce a report. Key attributes to be included in the map are provided in the approved recovery plan. (High priority)
14. Identify appropriate release sites for rehabilitated koalas that cannot be released at the point of capture. Encourage wildlife rehabilitation groups to consult with the working group prior to relocation of rehabilitated koalas. (Medium priority)
15. Identify priority areas for work in each Koala Management Area & provide technical advice & support, for koala habitat rehabilitation/revegetation activities undertaken by individuals, community groups & government agencies. (Medium priority)
16. Identify traffic blackspots for koalas in order to minimise incidents of death or injury on roads. (High priority)
17. Implement strategic streetscaping and traffic calming activities at identified traffic blackspots. The process is to be guided by a set of principles identified in the recovery plan. (High priority)
18. Liaise with Local Government to provide appropriate zoning for identified koala habitat to maximise it's long term protection. Areas of consideration are identified in the approved recovery plan. (Medium priority)
19. Management of all DEC-managed land will specifically provide for the protection of koalas, through Plans of Management, Pest Management Plans, Fire Management Plans and Reviews of Environmental Factors etc. (Low priority)
20. Map and/or model koala distribution throughout the species' distribution in NSW. (Medium priority)
21. Monitor the effectiveness of recovery actions in achieving recovery objectives. Include in the monitoring project an assessment of the status of the population. (Medium priority)
22. Prepare a companion animal policy that facilitates effective enforcement of the Companion Animals Act to reduce and manage threats to local koalas from domestic dogs. (High priority)
23. Prepare survey and assessment guidelines and distribute to relevant authorities. The guidelines will focus on identification of potential koala habitat and faecal pellet evidence of habitat use. (High priority)
24. Provide koala habitat rehabilitation and restoration advice to individuals, community groups and government agencies. (Medium priority)
25. Support Bush Fire Management Committees to include koalas and their habitat in Bush Fire Risk Management Plans and Plans of Operation. (Medium priority)
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| Phascolarctos cinereus - endangered population Pittwater | Animal > Endangered Populations | Endangered Population | 1. Foster community involvement through participation in habitat restoration and the reporting of sightings to DEC or Council. (Medium priority)
2. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, enhance habitat by planting key feed and habitat trees. (Medium priority)
3. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, initiate predator control (dog, cat, fox) program (Responsible pet ownership campaign in local community). (Medium priority)
4. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, maintain and enhance wildlife corridors. (Medium priority)
5. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, map records and habitat (known and potential). (High priority)
6. If population is re-confirmed following survey or recent records, restore degraded likely habitat using bush regeneration techniques. (High priority)
7. If population present, investigate population health (PVA) and other factors likely to cause population decline. (Low priority)
8. Sick, injured or orphaned animals are rehabilitated and where possible released. (Medium priority)
9. Survey past records within Pittwater to confirm presence of population. (High priority)
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| Prostanthera spinosa | Animal > Endangered Populations | Vulnerable | At this stage, no priority actions have been identified for this animal. However, you can see recovery information for land managers in our detailed species profile. |
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