BZ3740 - Wildlife Ecology and Management

This subject presents the theory and practice of the management of terrestrial vertebrates, with a strong emphasis on wildlife management in Australia. What impacts terrestrial biodiversity?, how does ecology factor in?, and how should we manage areas? Topics covered include: sustainable harvesting, fire, grazing, invasive species, managing protected areas, living with wildlife, and disease. Detailed case studies of Australian examples are used, particularly from tropical north Queensland. A 4-day fieldtrip to a cattle station draws on the principles learnt. There are additional charges for this subject; please contact the School for details.

There are additional charges for this subject; please contact the School for details.

Learning Outcomes

• familiarity with current problems, practices and controversies in wildlife management in Australia;
• familiarity with practical problems and methodologies in wildlife management;
• familiarity with ecological theory as the scientific basis of wildlife management;
• familiarity with factors determining diversity and abundance of terrestrial vertebrates.

Subject Assessment

• end of semester exam (50%)
• assignments (25%)
• field trip report (25%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.