Overview
We are seeking your feedback on the draft threat abatement plan for competition and land degradation by unmanaged goats.
Unmanaged goats are a serious threat to Australia’s biodiversity and land condition, especially in the rangelands and on offshore islands, including the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Goats prevent plant regeneration, compete with native herbivores for food and refuge, degrade landscapes and accelerate soil erosion. Goats are a known or perceived threat for around 128 nationally listed species and 24 ecological communities. They also impact a range of species which are not currently listed as threatened and can adversely affect cultural values and primary production.
Reducing the impact of this introduced herbivore on our native species and ecosystems will support the recovery of populations and ecological communities. Threat abatement plans establish a national framework to guide and coordinate Australia’s response to key threats, like unmanaged goats, that negatively affect our threatened species and ecological communities. The plans identify research, management and other actions stakeholders across Australia can take to ensure the long-term survival of native species and ecological communities.
Your feedback will be used to inform the final version of this threat abatement plan.
To have your say:
read the background document
read the draft updated threat abatement plan
take our survey (or upload your own document)
Submit your feedback by 4.00pm AEDT on 7 February 2024.
