Attachment 3b - Ecological Assessment Report v2- 111 Lake Weyba Drive, NOOSAVILLE

Ecological Assessment Report v2                                                             NCES Ref: J000618
Lot 4 RP36729 – 111 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville



4.4       Fauna

4.4.1      Fauna Habitat Values
The observed habitat within the site includes open forest areas with wetland and rainforest species
in the understorey, all of which exhibit potential to provide suitable habitat for numerous fauna
species.
A specific fauna survey of the site was not undertaken as part of the scope of works and would be
required to confirm the specific fauna species utilising the site’s habitat. Nonetheless, inferences
about the composition of the local fauna assemblage can be drawn from local knowledge, site
conditions and database search results.
The site contains a variety of fauna habitat types and exhibits direct connectivity with offsite
vegetation areas located beyond the National Park fire break. The site offers fauna species the
following habitat opportunities:
      •    Open canopy and mid-canopy nesting sites and perches which may be used by birds and
           arboreal mammals;
      •    A mix of vegetation communities which provides a wide range of foraging and breeding
           opportunities;
      •    Flower pollen from the mix of canopy and mid-strata species may provide a food source for
           nectivorous species including possums, gliders, flying foxes and birds;
      •    Koala food trees that may provide a food, breeding and resting resource for koalas. A small
           population of koalas is known to persist in the Noosa Heads area;
      •    Sun exposed areas below canopy gaps and on forest fringes may be suitable habitat for
           exothermic reptiles such as snakes, skinks, small lizards and possibly larger reptiles such as
           lace monitors;
      •    Areas of light to heavy leaf litter have the potential to host small reptiles, amphibious species
           and may provide breeding opportunities for brush turkeys.
      •    Wetland areas which provide suitable habitat for aquatic and amphibian species; and
      •    Grass and sedge groundcovers (native and exotic) have the potential to provide shelter and
           movement pathways for small terrestrial mammals as well as foraging and resting areas for
           larger macropods. Kangaroos are commonly seen along the property frontages to Lake
           Weyba Drive.
No conservation significant fauna species were incidentally observed during the site investigation.
The site does not support estuarine areas hence is unlikely to host suitable habitat for wetland
migratory bird species. Such habitat is however located in close proximity to the east of the site
associated with Lake Weyba.




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