Field validation of a Species Distribution Model for the central Evolutionarily Significant Unit of the brush-tailed rock-wallaby through aerial surveys

Author(s)
Thurtell, Lachlan
Hook, Lauren
Sharp, Jess
Forge, Trent
Rajaratnam, Rajanathan
Vernes, Karl
Ashworth, Deborah
Publication Date
2022
Abstract
Paper presented by Lachlan Thurtell
Abstract
<p>Understanding the distribution of threatened species is key to informing their conservation. Species Distribution Modelling (SDM) is used for a wide range of conservation purposes, and can identify areas of suitable habitat and guide targeted field surveys to help refine our knowledge of a species' current geographic range. The brush-tailed rock-wallaby (Petrogale penicillata) is listed as endangered in NSW, with the central Evolutionary Significant Unit (cESU) of this species being of particular conservation concern. This species inhabits rocky refugia in rugged and often remote terrain, making it particularly difficult to survey. As a result, there is limited understanding of its current distribution.</p>
Citation
Open Forum: Quantitative tools (1), p. 8-9
Link
https://hdl.handle.net/1959.11/54290
Language
en
Publisher
Ecological Society of Australia and the Society for Conservation Biology Oceania (ESA-SCBO)
Title
Field validation of a Species Distribution Model for the central Evolutionarily Significant Unit of the brush-tailed rock-wallaby through aerial surveys
Type of document
Conference Publication
Entity Type
Publication

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