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Potential Masters Topic
The Acoustic Ecology and Conservation Of The Endangered Rufous Scrub-Bird
The rufous scrub-bird (Atrichornis rufescens) is a cryptic near-flightless passerine with a powerful song. It is one of only two extant species of the Atrichornithidae - the sister family to the lyrebirds (Menuridae). The rufous scrub-bird is classified as Endangered under the Commonwealth EPBC Act, and is restricted to five isolated sub-populations in high altitude habitat “islands” in NSW and Queensland, including an area south-east of Gloucester (the Gloucester Tops). Monitoring this listed species is a key to their conservation but the habitat in which the birds are found is challenging and remote. This study will involve development and application of acoustic monitoring techniques and other appropriate means of remote monitoring, aimed at increasing knowledge about the biology and behaviour of this intriguing but little-known species.
Supervisors: Dr Justin Welbergen, Dr Anastasia Dalziell & Dr Alan Stuart
Research Locations: Gloucester Tops NP (NSW)
Time-frame: open
The Acoustic Ecology and Conservation Of The Endangered Rufous Scrub-Bird
The rufous scrub-bird (Atrichornis rufescens) is a cryptic near-flightless passerine with a powerful song. It is one of only two extant species of the Atrichornithidae - the sister family to the lyrebirds (Menuridae). The rufous scrub-bird is classified as Endangered under the Commonwealth EPBC Act, and is restricted to five isolated sub-populations in high altitude habitat “islands” in NSW and Queensland, including an area south-east of Gloucester (the Gloucester Tops). Monitoring this listed species is a key to their conservation but the habitat in which the birds are found is challenging and remote. This study will involve development and application of acoustic monitoring techniques and other appropriate means of remote monitoring, aimed at increasing knowledge about the biology and behaviour of this intriguing but little-known species.
Supervisors: Dr Justin Welbergen, Dr Anastasia Dalziell & Dr Alan Stuart
Research Locations: Gloucester Tops NP (NSW)
Time-frame: open
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To express your interest in this opportunity please email Dr Justin Welbergen with a copy of your CV and a short paragraph outlining your skills, experience, and research interests.
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