3.3.4. Conservation Significant Fauna One conservation significant species (Short-beaked Echidna) was identified during the field surveys via presence of scat with beetle casings and was observed in the camera trap images. Further details on observed conservation significant species and EVNT species with potential to occur with the Project area are detailed in Section 4. It is important to note that lack of record does not confirm the absence of a species within the Project area. Pre-clearance surveys should be performed prior to construction, and a qualified Fauna Spotter Catcher should be present during the clearing efforts of the proposed Project to increase the likelihood of observing any potential EVNT or conservation significant species on site. No ENVT bat species were recorded from bat detectors. The detailed report is provided in Appendix F.
3.3.5. Pest Animals The following non-native fauna species were identified during the initial surveys by GHD:
Dingo/Feral Dog ( Canis lupus familiaris )
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Black Rat ( Rattus rattus ) Feral Pig ( Sus scrofa ) Cane Toad ( Rhinella marina )
Along with these species, the presence of the feral cat ( Felis catus ) was confirmed as present in the Project area. Each of these fauna species are listed as a pest by the Queensland Government (DAF, 2023). The dingo, pig, and cat are all listed as Restricted Matters under the Biosecurity Act 2014 . Each of the observed introduced fauna species have been described as predators or detrimental environmental factors to native fauna including some conservation significant species. Feral cats, foxes, and wild dogs/dingos are known predators to the echidna and NQ (DCCEEW, 2021) (Hill & Ward, 2010) (Rismiller & McKelvey, 2000). The abundance of these introduced threats should be monitored, and care should be taken during the commencement of the Project to minimize further spread of the species into the Project area and potential habitat of conservation significant species.
Wulguru Technical Services Pty Ltd – Heritage Minerals Upper Mundic Gully TSF – Fauna Survey Assessment Report 39
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