This once in a decade project will look at the health of white-bellied sea-eagles in the Gippsland Lakes.
About the project
White-bellied sea-eagles (Haliaeetus leucogaster) are the second largest raptor in Australia and are iconic for the Gippsland Lakes. They are listed as threatened in Victoria and have an Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act (Commonwealth) listing status of marine.
It is 10 years since the last survey (2012) and this project will:
- Review past surveys to design the next program
- Complete a coordinated approach to delivering a comprehensive survey/monitoring program
- Raise awareness (particularly importance of conservation) of the White-bellied sea-eagle and promote community involvement in reporting and conservation.
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