Ecosystems of the Fraser Coast Region

Fraser Coast Regional Ecosystem Information

Regional Ecosystem 12.12.12

Biodiversity Status Of concern

Priority 1

Short Description Eucalyptus tereticornis, Corymbia intermedia, E. crebra +/- Lophostemon suaveolens woodland on Mesozoic to Proterozoic igneous rocks

Notes koala

Comments 12.12.12: Extensively cleared for pasture.

Special Values 12.12.12: Potential habitat for NCA listed species: Cycas megacarpa, Paspalidium grandispiculatum, Coleus omissus and Xylosma ovata. This ecosystem is known to provide suitable habitat for koalas (Phascolarctos cinereus).

Fraser Coast Region Distribution All mapped areas in the western half of the region. One patch at Teddington Weir on Tinana Creek.

Long Description Eucalyptus tereticornis, Corymbia intermedia, E. crebra open forest to woodland. Other species present can include Eucalyptus melanophloia, Corymbia tessellaris, Angophora subvelutina, A. leiocarpa, C. clarksoniana (central and northern parts) and E. siderophloia with Melaleuca quinquenervia, Lophostemon suaveolens near drainage lines in moister areas. Occurs on Mesozoic to Proterozoic igneous rocks usually on lower slopes, especially granite lowlands and basins. Contains Palustrine. (BVG1M: 9g).

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