Approved Plan - RAL21/0017

            Ecological Assessment Report v2                                                            NCES REF: J000908
            Lot 21 on SP316902 – 25 Pavilion Street, Pomona



            4.4       Fauna

            4.4.1      Fauna Habitat Values
            The observed habitat within the site includes open pasture, individual trees and a small dam, 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 which flank gullies and drainage lines. 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;
                  •    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;
                  •    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;
                  •    A permanent dam which provides 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.
            No conservation significant fauna species were incidentally observed during the site investigation.
            No arboreal hollows or nests were observed within the site.
            The site does not support estuarine areas hence is unlikely to host suitable habitat for wetland
            migratory bird species.




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