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Native and pest animals

Birds

Find out about our local bird population and get involved in the annual bird count.

Fauna monitoring

Nestboxes, remote wildlife cameras and spotlights are being used in bushland reserves to better understand the diversity of our local wildlife.

Pest animals such as foxes, cats and rabbits threaten local fauna and flora. Pest animals are invasive species that have been introduced into Victoria or Australia. There are two key threats to biodiversity posed by pest animals – overgrazing / habitat destruction and predation of native animals.

Kangaroos

About local populations of kangaroos, which can fluctuate with the availability of food and water.

Living with wildlife

Tips on dealing with wildlife in the outdoors, while driving and on your property.

Rare and threatened animals of the Macedon Ranges

The Macedon Ranges has a number of significant animals which are rare or in decline.

Snakes

Snakes are a protected species. Find out who can help you deal with them on your property.

Wasps and bees

Advice on the removal of wasp and bees nests on private property and Council land.

Native and pest animals

Birds

Fauna monitoring

Pest Animals

Kangaroos

Living with wildlife

Rare and threatened animals of the Macedon Ranges

Snakes

Wasps and bees

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