Published March 30, 2022 | Version v1.1
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Accounting for the neglected: invertebrate species and the 2019-20 Australian megafires

Creators

  • 1. Murdoch University
  • 2. University of Melbourne
  • 3. Western Sydney University
  • 4. University of Sydney

Description

Abstract: Invertebrates comprise the vast majority of fauna species, but are often overlooked in impact assessment and conservation response. The impacts of the 2019-20 Australian megafires on vertebrates have been well documented, and consequently substantial resourcing has been directed towards their recovery. Here, we attempt to document the extent of overlap of invertebrate species with these megafires. In doing so, we seek to demonstrate that it is possible and worthwhile to assess the impacts of a catastrophic event on a large number of poorly known species.

Notes

The project was funded by the Australian Government's National Environmental Science Program, Threatened Species Recovery Hub.

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