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The South West NRM Region is highly unique in biodiversity terms. Our region forms part of the wider, internationally recognised Southwest Australia Biodiversity Hotspot as part of the Southwest Botanical Province which stretches from Shark Bay to Esperance. Of the 25 identified hotspots around the world, the Southwest Biodiversity Hotspot is the only one in Australia.
Our Biodiversity Program aims to protect and improve the biodiversity of the unique and diverse South West Region, particularly through the management of invasive species and Weeds of National Significance (WONS).
The program is focused on protecting the following assets within the south west:
Our Biodiversity Team is working hard to protect these important assets by undertaking a range of activities including increasing native habitat, reducing the impact of rabbits, feral pigs and weeds, revegetation, fencing and conservation.
Control of WONS is also a major aim of the Biodiversity Team, who, with partners, have established a Blackberry Containment Zone to control the spread of this destructive weed.
We aim to engage the south west community in projects wherever possible to promote knowledge and skills in biodiversity, by supporting regional bodies and increasing volunteer involvement in managing our natural resources.
To celebrate the biodiversity of the South West NRM Region, we have created a placestory showcasing our amazing region – displayed at the top of this page.
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