How safe are island havens for biodiversity? This project will be a partnership between scientists and First Nations rangers to assess the effectiveness of Australian islands as biodiversity havens. T

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How safe are island havens for biodiversity? This project will be a partnership between scientists and First Nations rangers to assess the effectiveness of Australian islands as biodiversity havens. Through comprehensive surveys and historical data from the vast island estate in northern Australia, the project will quantify changes in biodiversity and threats in relation to biogeography, climate risk and management. A key outcome will be a classification of islands based on conservation opportunity and risk in the context of cultural and management considerations. Outcomes include increased conservation effectiveness, strengthened collaborations and training opportunities for Indigenous communities, contributing to the preservation of Australia's biodiversity.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 4104 - Environmental Management. Lead: Prof Sam Banks