Regional ecosystem details for 3.11.21
| Regional ecosystem | 3.11.21 |
|---|---|
| Vegetation Management Act class | Of concern |
| Wetlands | Not a Wetland |
| Biodiversity status | Of concern |
| Subregion | 1, 2, (6) |
| Estimated extent1 | Pre-clearing 5000 ha; Remnant 2021 5000 ha |
| Short description | Deciduous vine thicket on metamorphic slopes |
| Structure code | Closed Forest |
| Description | Deciduous vine thicket often dominated by Euroschinus falcatus (pink poplar), and Dinosperma erythrococcum (tingletongue), Chionanthus ramiflorus (native olive) and Psydrax odorata (shiny-leaved Canthium). These species can also occur as emergents along with Acacia disparrima and A. polystachya. The sparse shrublayer contains a range of vine thicket species. Occurs on metamorphic hillslopes. Occurs on metamorphic hillslopes. Not a Wetland. (BVG1M: 7b). |
| Supplementary description | Neldner and Clarkson (in prep), 126-11, Stanton & Fell (2005) 37 |
| Protected areas | KULLA (McIlwraith Range) NP (CYPAL), Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) NP (CYPAL), Cape Melville NP (CYPAL), Oyala Thumotang NP (CYPAL) |
| Special values | 3.11.21: Potential habitat for NCA listed species: Dockrillia wassellii. |
| Fire management guidelines | INTERVAL: Fire return interval not relevant. INTERVAL_MIN: 100. INTERVAL_MAX: 100. STRATEGY: No deliberate fire management required within this unit. Undertake fuel reduction burns in surrounding vegetation utilising multiple small fires throughout the appropriate season to manage biodiversity values and to limit the extent and reduce risks of wildfire. ISSUES: Fire sensitive vegetation type. |
| Comments | 3.11.21: Similar vine thickets that exist specifically on limestone karsts are in RE 3.11.20. Small patches scattered across the central and southern bioregion. |
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.
