It was a standout day on the Boyne River for our Hydrobiology Field Team!
During a recent baseline aquatic survey, Hydrobiology Scientists recorded an exceptional catch of 13 Australian Lungfish (Neoceratodus forsteri) in a single fyke net!
Even more encouraging was the presence of a lung fish measuring less than 600 mm; a positive indication that recruitment is occurring within this vulnerable species, offering valuable insights into the health of the local population.
Findings like these are exactly why baseline environmental surveys matter!
Through detailed environmental assessments, our Teams are collecting the scientific evidence needed to establish a clear baseline of aquatic ecosystems before development commences.
This information helps inform environmental impact assessments, supports evidence-based decision-making, and contributes to balancing future water security with the conservation of Queensland’s unique freshwater biodiversity.
This project also demonstrates the value of multidisciplinary collaboration, with specialists from Hydrobiology’s Ecology & Biodiversity Management and Land & Water Management Teams working together to deliver comprehensive environmental outcomes.
Pictured are Matthew McVay (Aquatic Scientist) and Grace Hennebry (Graduate Scientist) from our Ecology & Biodiversity Management Team, alongside Samuel Munger (Waterway Scientist) from our Land & Water Management Team, showcasing just some of the Australian Lungfish recorded during the survey.
