A5028764288- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies
- Amphibian and Reptile Biology
- Human-Animal Interaction Studies
- Rangeland and Wildlife Management
- Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research
- Fire effects on ecosystems
- Chemical Reactions and Isotopes
- Boron Compounds in Chemistry
- Genetic diversity and population structure
- Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
- Animal Behavior and Welfare Studies
- Invertebrate Taxonomy and Ecology
University of the Sunshine Coast
2020-2023
Parks and Wildlife Service
2016
State Herbarium of South Australia
2015
A population of white-footed dunnarts (Sminthopsis leucopus) occurs in the Wet Tropics bioregion tropical north Queensland, Australia separated by about 1800 km from conspecifics temperate New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. We conducted targeted surveys for S. leucopus north-east Queensland obtained new records, including first reported capture species 18 years. assessed genetic morphological divergence against Victorian Tasmanian leucopus, conjunction with distribution habitat...
We compared two bait station techniques for determining the sex and identifying individual spotted-tailed quolls (Dasyurus maculatus gracilis) using images taken by camera traps. One method used in a plastic mesh bag other was new raised canister to entice stand on their hind legs present ventral surface camera. Individuals were identified from multiple of unique spot pattern, determined images. The better detecting both methods performed similarly allowing observers identify individuals...
Abstract ContextFeral cats have been identified as a key threat to Australia’s biodiversity, particularly in arid areas and tropical woodlands. Their presence, abundance potential impacts rainforest received less attention. AimsTo investigate the distribution diet of feral (Felis catus) upland Wet Tropics. MethodsWe collated available occurrence records from Tropics, data camera-trapping surveys over an 8-year period, assess geographic elevational bioregion. We also assessed scats collected...
Abstract Accurate estimates of distribution and population density are critical for the management threatened species. This is particularly pertinent mammalian predators, whose generally low density, elusive nature, large home range requirements make it difficult to detect declines. We aimed refine northern spotted‐tailed quoll ( Dasyurus maculatus gracilis ) in Wet Tropics bioregion, estimate total number adults, likely size subpopulations across known subspecies, its associated...
A cage for continuous intra-arterial or intravenous infusion is described. Major features are: a) The animal free to move during infusion, b) loss of the infused solution avoided, c) cleaning and decontamination are simple, d) can continue weeks.
A population of white-footed dunnarts (<i>Sminthopsis leucopus</i>) occurs in the Wet Tropics bioregion tropical north Queensland, Australia separated by about 1800&#x2009;km from conspecifics temperate New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. We conducted targeted surveys for <i>S. leucopus</i> north-east Queensland obtained new records, including first reported capture species 18&#x2009;years. assessed genetic morphological divergence against Victorian...