New nesting boxes have been set up around the Marchant Ward to make sure our native birds and wildlife feel right at home.
On Wednesday, 25 September, 16 nesting boxes were placed in different local parks. Planned by Northern Brisbane Catchments bush care group, with materials provided by Hollow Log Homes and funded by Councillor Danita Parry, the boxes aim to target a range of wildlife species that call our area home.
“These nesting boxes are a wonderful addition to the park and will provide a safe space for all kinds of native animals, including sugar gliders, kookaburras, microbats and owls,” Cr Parry said.
Six nesting boxes have been placed in Rainbow Lorikeet Park in Aspley and another ten in 7th Brigade Park in Chermside.
Protecting Hollows and the Species That Need Them
But what is the purpose of these nesting boxes? Many different native Australian species rely on tree hollows for the purpose of protection and nesting. According to The Australian National Wildlife Recovery Plan for hollow-dependent fauna, 30% of bird species and 42% of mammals rely on tree hollows. As Brisbane adapts and grows, many of tree hollows have been lost to urban development and land clearing, making these nesting boxes more important than ever. The boxes provide a safe space for native wildlife to rest and reproduce, while also keeping them safe from introduced predators such as feral cats.
So, the next time you’re walking around your local park and you see one of these boxes in a tree, remember what good work they are doing for our native friends.
If you would like to get involved in local bushcare, more information can be found on the Brisbane City Council website, or follow North Brisbane Catchments on Facebook for details of the next working bee.
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