Regional ecosystem details for 1.11.5
| Regional ecosystem | 1.11.5 |
|---|---|
| Vegetation Management Act class | Of concern |
| Wetlands | Palustrine |
| Biodiversity status | Of concern |
| Short description | Springs associated with metamorphic rocks |
| Structure code | Bare |
| Description | Cyperus vaginatus is a characteristic species. Occurs on springs associated with metamorphic rock. Palustrine. (BVG1M: 34e). |
| Supplementary description | Fensham et al. (2004) |
| Special values | 1.11.5: Provides wetland habitat for a flora and fauna. |
| Fire management guidelines | SEASON: Do not burn deliberately. INTENSITY: Low. INTERVAL: Fire interval not relevant. INTERVAL_MIN: 100. INTERVAL_MAX: 100. STRATEGY: Do not burn deliberately. May be burnt in association with surrounding spinifex vegetation types. Low intensity fire in surrounding fire-adapted areas will reduce fire encroachment. ISSUES: Ensure sufficient soil moisture to protect peat layer and fire-sensitive softwood species. Presence of high biomass grasses and rubbervine may increase fire risks. |
| Comments | 1.11.5: Poorly surveyed, but permanent springs probably of limited extent. Impacted by excavation and stock trampling. |
1 Estimated extent is from version 13 pre-clearing and 2021 remnant regional ecosystem mapping. Figures are rounded for simplicity. For more precise estimates, including breakdowns by tenure and other themes see remnant vegetation in Queensland.
