Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Biodiversity: Habitat Change

If you have been allocated Biodiversity: Habitat Change, please post your response here. If you require any technical advice, do not hesitate to contact Alex Osuch on a.osuch@uq.edu.au or drop by her office in Building 35, Room 420.
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  1. Q1. Acceleration, magnification and increased frequency.

    Q2.
    Australia: More frequent fires will not allow for the required regeneration of natural biodiversity in bushes
    Coal extraction causes micro fissures leading to crevices in the water system which drains the natural water system damaging the

    South Asia: because of deforestation the Great Indian Tiger is on the verge of extinction

    South East Asia: Due to induced fires and deforestation loss of exotic species such as lions, tigers, cobra and other snakes. Sea level rise has led to coastal changes which endanger the coral species.

    New Zealand: Tuaratara is super sensitive to any ecosystem change so is at risk of extinction.

    Canada and Sweden: As a result of climate change the spread of particular invasive and exotic species can spread further and destroy forest ecology.

    Korea: heat waves leads to water borne diseases and mosquito

    Natural breeding habitats are destroyed for migratory species

    Q3.
    To Protect one specific animal (for example the tiger or the cobra):
    Relocate and protect species with animal sanctuaries. Funding for developed countries.
    Provide funding for future Clean Development Mechanisms (CDMs) to protect the natural habitat by making it more valuable.
    Democratise the greening process to choose/prioritise which species to save
    Extend rights to wild animals
    Financial incentive strategy for the private sector. Biodiversity offsets.


    Subsidise or give free natural flora for use in urban areas

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  2. The comment above is for Group "DRYING"...

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