Weed Control Tools
So long as mature weed trees such as Camphor Laurel persist in the landscape we can expect that their seedlings will continue to germinate on our properties. Many birds feed … Continue reading Weed Control Tools
A Surprising Encounter with Wild Dogs
Header: A pregnant wild dog on the Farrelly’s property as captured by a fauna monitoring camera. The purpose of my visit to Stephen and Penny Farrelly’s Land for Wildlife property … Continue reading A Surprising Encounter with Wild Dogs
What’s Killing our Birds?
A few months ago I was puzzled by the appearance of a decapitated Emerald Dove next to the house, gratefully recognised by a Grey Butcherbird as a welcome breakfast. It … Continue reading What’s Killing our Birds?
To Bait or not to Bait
Above images of foxes predating on medium-sized mammals, mostly Mountain Brushtail Possums, were taken on Wal’s property. They prompted him to research feral animal control options including 1080 baiting. Many … Continue reading To Bait or not to Bait
The Salvinia Weevil: a UNESCO winning discovery
The Salvinia Weevil has a fascinating history and is a credit to the ingenuity of Australian scientists. In the 1970s and 80s, Salvinia had developed into a terrible weed both … Continue reading The Salvinia Weevil: a UNESCO winning discovery
Battling Salvinia: a landholder’s tale
We purchased a three hectare parcel of land located in the heart of Ipswich in March 2014. The land contains a series of water bodies known as the ‘Coffin Holes’. … Continue reading Battling Salvinia: a landholder’s tale
Weevils Help Control Salvinia
Land for Wildlife member, Leanne Field, releasing Salvinia Weevils into a Salvinia infestation on her property. Regarded as one of the worst weeds in Australia, Salvinia (Salvinia molesta) is a … Continue reading Weevils Help Control Salvinia
Native Blue Tongue vs Exotic Asian Melastome
In recent years, the introduction of the exotic Asian Melastome (Melastoma candidum) has been a source of concern as it is similar in appearance and often confused with the native … Continue reading Native Blue Tongue vs Exotic Asian Melastome
Castor Oil Plant
We have a weed around here called Castor Oil Plant and it comes up all along our creeks. It has large-lobed leaves that makes it easy to recognise and identify. … Continue reading Castor Oil Plant