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Caring for the Environment Nocturnal Animals Many animals and birds are nocturnal and will be found on the roads when driving at night and are susceptible to blinding by headlights. Pythons (harmless), brown tree snakes (harmless), brown-headed snakes (venomous), barn owls, barking owls, frogmouths, northern quolls (marsupial cats), cuscus, echidnas, bandicoots, stone curlews, nightjars and many others are commonly killed by careless drivers - please take extra car when driving at night. Nests Please do not go any closer to bird nests than 4 metres. The reason for this is to allow birds to protect their young. Predators, such as snakes and goannas, have a good sense of smell which they use to investigate your tracks and this might lead them to the nest. Stay well clear of scrub-fowl mounds and especially do not climb on them. New Tracks Please don not create new roads - this damages vegetation and creates erosion. New tracks also encourage others to follow, making the problems worse. Fires Fires should only be lit in secure fireplaces. Wild fires pose a severe risk to the environment and other travellers. Always pay attention to wind strength and direction when lighting a fire. Please note your responsibilities in this matter under the Injinoo Community's bylaws - Section 16.16 (i) - Protection of the Area. Weeds Due to weed invasion of roadsides and camping areas you will probably notice some familiar weeds. Many have barbs and hooks which lodge in socks and clothing. Please dispose of seeds thoughtfully particularly when travelling to new areas. Toads Cane toads arrived at the tip of Australia in 1994 and are the onlv form of wildlife on which a permanent open season is declared. Toads should be killed and properly disposed of. A dead toad still carries its poison sacs high on I-a:h side of the back and acts like a bait for native wildlife. Winching If winching at any stage, protect the anchor tree against ring-barkin=. Firewood Please collect firewood along the track using already fallen timber. axe is recommended rather than a chainsaw which will be damaged by the dirt in termite pipes and grit in old timber. Dogs Injinoo adopts the National Parks' policy with regards to domestic animals. Anv dogs brought onto Injinoo land must be restrained at all times. Crocodiles are notorious for taking dogs. Note to Researchers If you wish to conduct any research in the Injinoo Area you are to, have the permission of the Injinoo Community. Please contact the Council to discuss your requests. |
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