Be like a Koala and hug a Gum!
Activity From The Nature Education Project
Sunday 23rd March is National Eucalypt Day
We are fortunate in the Mount Lofty Ranges to have many diverse eucalypt communities, sadly some are experiencing declines due to various environmental pressures.
Stringybark Eucalypt Forests: Dominated by Eucalyptus obliqua (Messmate Stringybark) and Eucalyptus baxteri (Brown Stringybark), these forests have shown signs of dieback. Understanding their distribution and environmental stresses is crucial for effective restoration projects.
Pink Gum Woodlands: Eucalyptus fasciculosa (Pink Gum) woodlands provide essential habitats for various woodland bird species. Many of these bird populations in decline due to habitat loss. Conservation efforts to restore habitat are essential to support both flora and fauna in these areas.
These iconic trees are vital to our local ecosystems, offering habitat and nourishment to countless species, including native mammals, birds, and insects and US!
Planting a local native eucalypt in your garden not only enhances its beauty but also supports our local environment.
