Healthy, functioning and resilient environments are our best defence against a changing climate. Protected areas build resilience by controlling habitat threats such as weeds and feral animals, by managing water resources and regenerating vegetation. They form a buffer against the impacts of climate change, providing refuges for species to survive and adapt, and reducing the extinction risk for our native species. We plant trees every year and continue to support previous planting for successful reforestation.
Significant species
Flora species identified as having special significance under the Nature Conservation Act 1992.
Protection of vegetation and habitat values
All native and local flora species found in the Wild Mountains Nature Refuge are protected. Native species introduced from outside their normal range are not protected and may be removed. Large habitat trees are especially protected. Much of Australia’s fauna depends on tree hollows for shelter or nesting. Dead trees are left standing where safe to do so, as they provide an abundance of hollows and many birds use them for perching. Timber suitable for local construction would be expected to be sourced from areas outside the Wild Mountains Nature Refuge.
Identified rare and threatened flora species are monitored, and special projects are undertaken from time to time on their recovery. Wild Mountains will continue to actively participate in any recovery initiatives, and special arrangements for propagation may be required for these rare species.
Seed collection
We collect seed from the Wild Mountains Nature Reserve to rehabilitate areas disturbed by human activity or invasive weeds. Seed collected here has a greater chance of resilience in this environment. We also protect the bioregional diversity specific to this area, and avoid introducing non-local soils, nematodes and fungi by using soils from the property. Seeds for regional use may be collected from common species in the covenant area in small, non-commercial quantities, in accordance with current legislation and codes, especially for rare and threatened species.