If you’re anything like me, you can’t walk past a creek without sneaking over and staring into the water to get a glimpse at what might be living in there. … Continue reading Freshwater Fishes: Hidden gems of native wildlife
Header: Lloyd’s Mock Olive in flower. Our 2.5 acres of paradise in the western suburbs of Brisbane is a veritable biodiversity hotspot. Since purchasing the property in 2003 (or should … Continue reading Property Profile: A Biodiversity Hotspot, Mt Crosby
Protecting wildlife while keeping domestic pets, especially cats, raises contentious and polarising opinions, but we cannot deny the benefits humans have derived from their companion animals over many millennia. When … Continue reading Are Pet Cats Compatible with Wildlife?
Header: Male Tilapia. Photos by Gunther Schmida Being a keen sherman and having a passion for the environment, the issue of pest fish is very close to my heart. Tilapia … Continue reading Tilapia in South East Queensland
Header: Crimson-spotted Rainbow Fish. Photo by Gunther Schmida. In the October 2014 newsletter, I mentioned that I would share some tips on surveying freshwater fish. These tips are for landholders … Continue reading Surveying Freshwater Fish