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BioCondition Benchmarks for Regional Ecosystem Condition Assessment

Benchmarks are quantitative values for each vegetation condition attribute assessed in BioCondition (Eyre et al. 2015), and

are used as a reference for comparison purposes within and between regional ecosystems. Benchmarks are subject to

regular review and updates based on additional data.

BioCondition benchmarks are compiled from quantitative site data from reference sites, data from the Queensland

Herbarium’s CORVEG database and expert opinion, and are specific to each regional ecosystem vegetation community.

BioCondition benchmarks aim to reflect the natural variability in structure and floristic composition under a range of climatic

and natural disturbance regimes throughout the geographic extent of a regional ecosystem. However, data from local

reference sites should be collected where possible to account for spatial and temporal (seasonal and annual) variability

when undertaking BioCondition assessments.

In some rangeland ecosystems, seasonal conditions can account for wide variation in the values obtained for someattributes assessed in BioCondition. Therefore in these ecosystems a range is expressed instead of a single benchmarkvalue. When using rangeland regional ecosystem benchmarks to assess condition, the lower value of the benchmark rangecan be used as the benchmark, or if assessing a site under good seasonal conditions then use of the average value as thebenchmark.

Definitions

Attribute Brief description

Recruitment of dominant canopyspecies

Proportion of the dominant canopy (ecologically dominant layer) species withevidence of recruitment.

Native plant species richness The number of species expected in four life form groups, i.e. tree, shrub, grass,forbs and other species

Tree strata:

• Canopy

• Sub-canopy

• Large trees

A tree is defined as a woody plant, single stemmed >2 m tall.

• Height – median height in metres

• Cover - percentage cover (assessed as opaque crowns)

• DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) – For large trees only; dbh threshold(cm).

• Typical tree species

Shrub strata:

• Native shrub cover

A shrub is defined as a woody plant, multi-stemmed from base or singlestemmed and <2 m tall.

• Cover - percentage cover (assessed as opaque crowns)

• Typical shrub species

Ground cover:

• Native perennial grass cover

• Litter cover

• Cover – percentage cover (assessed as projected foliage cover)

• Typical ground cover species

Coarse woody debris • Total length in metres of woody debris > 10 cm diameter and > 0.5 mper hectare

Non-native plant cover • Cover – The percentage cover of non-native plants

• Typical non-native species listed with common names and declaredpest status1

Conditions of use

BioCondition benchmarks have been developed from information published by the State of Queensland and remain theproperty of the State of Queensland. BioCondition benchmarks are not to be included on internet sites other than theQueensland Government website.

Users should reference information contained in the BioCondition benchmarks as: Queensland Herbarium (year*)BioCondition benchmarks for Regional Ecosystems, (month, year*) (Department of Science, Information Technology andInnovation: Brisbane). * Date shown in footnote of individual descriptions.

While every effort has been made to ensure the information presented is as reliable as possible, the State of Queenslandaccepts no liability and gives no assurance in respect of its accuracy and shall not be liable for any loss or damage arisingfrom its use. BioCondition benchmarks are based on a combination of quantitative and qualitative information and shouldbe used as a guide only. BioCondition benchmarks are subject to review and are updated as additional data becomesavailable.

For more information, contact:

Queensland Herbarium, DSITIBrisbane Botanic Gardens (Mt Coot-tha), Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong QLD 4066

Last reviewed 5/10/2016

1 Declared—either: a) a plant or animal species listed in Schedule 2 of the Biosecurity Act 2014; or b) an exotic plant that is listed in a localgovernment pest management plan.

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BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.5Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Mixed eucalypt open-woodland on sandy alluvial terraces

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Tree: 3-7

Shrub: 6-9

Grass: 8-12

Forbs and other: 9-33

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-20

Tree canopy cover (%): 18-32

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5-8

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 82-95

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 10-90

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.6Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia aparrerinja (ghost gum), Corymbia terminalis (bloodwood) open-woodland on sandy

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Tree: 4-8

Shrub: 5-9

Grass: 14-18

Forbs and other: 14-19

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-15

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 1-10

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): no data

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.6x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla or Eucalyptus pruinosa woodland on terraces and minor drainage lines

Tree: 5

Shrub: 6

Grass: 3

Forbs and other: 6

Tree canopy median height (m): 6-9

Tree canopy cover (%): 41

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 16

Typical shrub species: Acacia chisholmii, Flueggea leucopyrus, Carissa lanceolata (conkle berry)

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Aristida pruinosa, Themeda triandra (kangaroo grass), Triodia spp., Trianthema triquetra (red spinach), Alternanthera sp.

Native perennial grass cover (%): 40

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Eucalyptus leucophylla (Cloncurry box), Eucalyptus pruinosa, Corymbia terminalis (long-fruited bloodwood)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 20

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.7aNorthwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus camaldulensis fringing woodland with Lophostemon grandiflorus and Melaleuca

leucadendra and/or Melaleuca argentea

Tree: 6

Shrub: 6

Grass: 6

Forbs and other: 3

Tree canopy median height (m): 6-21

Tree canopy cover (%): 35

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 22

Typical shrub species: Leptospermum polygalifolium (tantoon), Persoonia virgata (small-leaved geebung), Banksia integrifolia subsp. compar (honeysuckle oak), Xanthorrhoea fulva (swamp grasstree), Timonius timon var. timon

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Schoenus brevifolius (bogrush), Fimbristylis cinnamometorum, Themeda triandra (kangaroo grass), Drosera peltata (pale sundew), Schoenus calostachyus (bogrush)

Native perennial grass cover (%): 8

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

Typical non-native species: Passiflora suberosa^ (corky passion flower), Passiflora suberosa^ (corky passion flower), Emilia sonchifolia (emilia), Stachytarpheta jamaicensis (Jamaica snakeweed), Sporobolus fertilis (giant Parramatta grass)

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Melaleuca viridiflora var. viridiflora, Banksia robur (broad-leaved banksia), Eucalyptus latisinensis, Syncarpia glomulifera (turpentine), Corymbia intermedia (pink bloodwood)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 5

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

10/12/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.7bNorthwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus camaldulensis fringing woodland with Lophostemon grandiflorus and Melaleuca

bracteata and/or Melaleuca dissitiflora

Tree: 1-6

Shrub: 3-9

Grass: 9-14

Forbs and other: 9-19

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 20-45

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 15-52

Typical shrub species: Melaleuca bracteata (black tea-tree), Acacia hemsleyi (Townsville wattle), Gossypium australe

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Chrysopogon fallax (golden beardgrass), Bothriochloa ewartiana (desert bluegrass), Cyperus victoriensis, Hibiscus meraukensis (Merauke hibiscus), Indigofera colutea (sticky indigo)

Native perennial grass cover (%): 7-14

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Eucalyptus camaldulensis (river red gum), Lophostemon grandiflorus (northern swamp box), Melaleuca bracteata (black tea-tree)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2-3

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.3.8Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus camaldulensis (red gum) woodland on channels and levees (north)

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Tree: 1-3

Shrub: 3-5

Grass: 8

Forbs and other: 13-17

Tree canopy median height (m): 6-25

Tree canopy cover (%): 35-78

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 6-15

Typical shrub species: Acacia hemsleyi (Townsville wattle), Flueggea virosa, Sesbania javanica

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Heteropogon contortus (black speargrass), Eulalia aurea (silky browntop), Chrysopogon fallax (golden beardgrass), Indigofera linifolia, Rhynchosia minima (ryncho)

Native perennial grass cover (%): 5-89

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Eucalyptus camaldulensis (river red gum), Lophostemon grandiflorus (northern swamp box), Melaleuca argentea (silver tea-tree)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 10-20

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Mixed eucalypt woodland on sandy plains

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Tree: 5

Shrub: 7

Grass: 7

Forbs and other: 12

Tree canopy median height (m): 5-7

Tree canopy cover (%): 19

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5

Typical shrub species: Psydrax oleifolia (wild lemon), Flueggea virosa, Carissa lanceolata (conkle berry)

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Eriachne armitii, Eulalia aurea (silky browntop), Chrysopogon fallax (golden beardgrass), Goodenia lamprosperma, Aeschynomene indica (budda pea)

Native perennial grass cover (%): 55

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Eucalyptus pruinosa, Corymbia ferruginea subsp. ferruginea, Corymbia terminalis (long-fruited bloodwood)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 10

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.3Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophloia (snappy gum) low open-woodland on red earths on plateaus

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Tree: 1-6

Shrub: 2-17

Grass: 5-16

Forbs and other: 4-18

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-30

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5-40

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 31-76

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2-10

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.4Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla (Cloncurry box) low open-woodland on red earths in valleys

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Tree: 0-8

Shrub: 4-16

Grass: 5-16

Forbs and other: 4-24

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 3-12

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5-30

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 5-72

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2-20

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.6Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Atalaya hemiglauca (whitewood), Ventilago viminalis (vine tree), Grevillea striata (beefwood) low

open-woodland on red earth plainsV.J.Neldner

Tree: 3-11

Shrub: 8-17

Grass: 10-17

Forbs and other: 14-23

Tree canopy median height (m): 2-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5-25

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): no data

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.6bNorthwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Aristida spp. grassland

Tree: 3

Shrub: 8

Grass: 14

Forbs and other: 14

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): na

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: na

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): na

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: na

Native shrub cover (%): 0-2

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): no data

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: na

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

naRecruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.6x2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Acacia cambagei low woodlands on red soils

Tree: 1-2

Shrub: 2-4

Grass: 3-6

Forbs and other: 0-2

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-12

Tree canopy cover (%): 17-40

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 12-19

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 3-40

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 5

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.5.7aNorthwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Acacia aneura low open-woodland

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Tree: 1-5

Shrub: 6-7

Grass: 7-23

Forbs and other: 7-18

Tree canopy median height (m): 7-15

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-20

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0-25

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): no data

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.7.1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophloia (snappy gum) low open-woodland on skeletal soils on lateritic scarps

and plateausD

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Tree: 2-4

Shrub: 2-13

Grass: 8-11

Forbs and other: 6-14

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-7

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-15

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 10-25

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 19

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 7

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.7.1x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Acacia shirleyi low open-woodland

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Tree: 2-3

Shrub: 0-1

Grass: 2-13

Forbs and other: 1-23

Tree canopy median height (m): 2-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 56-75

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 5

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 0-17

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 20-70

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.7.1x3Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia capricornia low open-woodland on silcrete

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Tree: 2

Shrub: 8

Grass: 7

Forbs and other: 16

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 8

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 8.4

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 22

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 5

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.7.1x4Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophloia low open-woodland on silcrete

Dan K

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an

Tree: 1

Shrub: 2

Grass: 6

Forbs and other: 9

Tree canopy median height (m): 5-7

Tree canopy cover (%): 9

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 20

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 35

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Astrebla spp. (Mitchell grass) grassland on shallow clays on limestones

Tree: 8

Shrub: 4

Grass: 19

Forbs and other: 24

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): na

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: na

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): na

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: na

Native shrub cover (%): 0-2

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 5-30

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: na

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

naRecruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.1x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Low woodland of Acacia cambagei

Tree: 2-8

Shrub: 2-4

Grass: 18-19

Forbs and other: 20-24

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-12

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0-3

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 5-39

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 10

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.1x2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia terminalis open-woodland

Tree: 3

Shrub: 1

Grass: 6

Forbs and other: 16

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 8

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0.1

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 5

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 1

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Mixed shrubby woodland on low rocky hills on Tertiary limestones

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Tree: 3

Shrub: 8

Grass: 5

Forbs and other: 9

Tree canopy median height (m): 4.5-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 8

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 16

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 27

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.4Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Mixed shrubby woodland on rocky limestone hills

Dan K

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an

Tree: 3-7

Shrub: 4-7

Grass: 6-7

Forbs and other: 9-10

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 12-13

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0.6

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 82

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2-5

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.5Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla (Cloncurry box) low open-woodland-woodland on low hills on

limestones and calcareous shalesD

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Tree: 1-3

Shrub: 2

Grass: 5

Forbs and other: 6

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0.2

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 58

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.5bNorthwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla open-mallee-shrubland

Melin

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Tree: 1

Shrub: 0-1

Grass: 7-8

Forbs and other: 6-17

Tree canopy median height (m): 1.3-3

Tree canopy cover (%): 5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0-1

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 31-38

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 6

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.9.7Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus pruinosa (silver-leaved box) low open-woodland on shale hills

Melin

da L

aid

law

Tree: 1

Shrub: 3

Grass: 2

Forbs and other: 7

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-4

Tree canopy cover (%): 3

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 10

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 20

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 0

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.10.2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus miniata (woollybutt) woodland on sandstone plateaus

Melin

da L

aid

law

Tree: 3-6

Shrub: 12-16

Grass: 4-7

Forbs and other: 1-7

Tree canopy median height (m): 5-15

Tree canopy cover (%): 21-30

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 36-54

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: 2-12

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20-28

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: 0-2

Native shrub cover (%): 22-34

Typical shrub species: Leptospermum polygalifolium (tantoon), Persoonia virgata (small-leaved geebung), Banksia integrifolia subsp. compar (honeysuckle oak), Xanthorrhoea fulva (swamp grasstree), Timonius timon var. timon

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Schoenus brevifolius (bogrush), Fimbristylis cinnamometorum, Themeda triandra (kangaroo grass), Drosera peltata (pale sundew), Schoenus calostachyus (bogrush)

Native perennial grass cover (%): 19-23

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

Typical non-native species: Passiflora suberosa^ (corky passion flower), Passiflora suberosa^ (corky passion flower), Emilia sonchifolia (emilia), Stachytarpheta jamaicensis (Jamaica snakeweed), Sporobolus fertilis (giant Parramatta grass)

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 11-65

Typical tree species: Melaleuca viridiflora var. viridiflora, Banksia robur (broad-leaved banksia), Eucalyptus latisinensis, Syncarpia glomulifera (turpentine), Corymbia intermedia (pink bloodwood)

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 8-26

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.10.3Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia aspera low open-woodland on rocky soils

Melin

da L

aid

law

Tree: 5

Shrub: 14

Grass: 3

Forbs and other: 8

Tree canopy median height (m): 4-14

Tree canopy cover (%): 44

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 37

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: 2

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 25

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: 2

Native shrub cover (%): 12

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 0.3

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 171

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 14

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.10.6Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Springs mostly associated with quartzose sandstone and fine-grained sedimentary rocks

(limestone)M

elin

da L

aid

law

Tree: 4-12

Shrub: 18-20

Grass: 0-2

Forbs and other: 5-9

Tree canopy median height (m): 5-30

Tree canopy cover (%): 72-84

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30-45

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: 0-17

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 33-43

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: 6-80

Native shrub cover (%): 16-89

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 0-2

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 112-279

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 9-76

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophloia low open-woodland

Melin

da L

aid

law

Tree: 1-7

Shrub: 1-18

Grass: 5-18

Forbs and other: 5-26

Tree canopy median height (m): 2.5-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 5-30

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 35

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: 2

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: 0

Native shrub cover (%): 1-55

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 41-85

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 22

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 9

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.2x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia capricornia low open-woodland

Tree: 1-4

Shrub: 2-9

Grass: 1-8

Forbs and other: 2-19

Tree canopy median height (m): 2-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 4-23

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0-62

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 26-70

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2-15

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.2x2Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Acacia cambagei low woodland on hills

Tree: 2-3

Shrub: 4-7

Grass: 4-7

Forbs and other: 3-15

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 16-71

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 3-12

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 4-44

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 1-10

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.2x3Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia aspera on rock outcrops

Tree: 2-4

Shrub: 1-4

Grass: 4-7

Forbs and other: 6-9

Tree canopy median height (m): 2-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 9-50

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 1-4

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 8-47

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 1-2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.2x4Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Scrub trees on rock outcrops

Tree: 4

Shrub: 3-6

Grass: 10-13

Forbs and other: 7-23

Tree canopy median height (m): 2-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 15-32

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 3-63

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 49-69

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 15-20

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.3Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Corymbia terminalis low open-woodland on basic metamorphics

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Tree: 1-9

Shrub: 1-14

Grass: 2-11

Forbs and other: 4-20

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-10

Tree canopy cover (%): 2-29

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0-85

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 10-91

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 0-20

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.3x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla low open-woodland on hills

Tree: 1-4

Shrub: 6-7

Grass: 2

Forbs and other: 6

Tree canopy median height (m): 5-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 2

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 1.5

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 45

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 2

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.11.4Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus pruinosa (silver-leaved box) low open-woodland on shallow soils in valleys below

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Tree: 1

Shrub: 1

Grass: 11

Forbs and other: 16

Tree canopy median height (m): 1.5-4

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 0.5

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): 17

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: 0

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): 3

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.12.1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophloia low open-woodland on granites

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Tree: 1-7

Shrub: 16-17

Grass: 9-18

Forbs and other: 18-23

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-8

Tree canopy cover (%): 0-5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 1-15

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%): Native perennial grass cover (%): no data

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).

BioCondition benchmark for regional ecosystem condition assessment

1.12.1x1Northwest Highlands Regional ecosystem:

Eucalyptus leucophylla low open-woodland on granites

Tree: 3

Shrub: 2

Grass: 3

Forbs and other: 13

Tree canopy median height (m): 3-6

Tree canopy cover (%): 5

Tree sub-canopy median height (m): na

Tree sub-canopy cover (%): na

Large eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 30

Number of large eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Large non-eucalypt tree dbh threshold (cm): 20

Number of large non-eucalypt trees per hectare: no data

Native shrub cover (%): 2

Typical shrub species: Acacia chisholmii, Hakea lorea subsp. lorea

Benchmark

Native plant species richness:

Trees:

Shrubs:

Ground cover (%):

Typical ground cover species: Triodia pungens, Eriachne mucronata (mountain wanderie grass), Aristida holathera var. holathera (erect kerosene grass), Cassytha filiformis (dodder laurel), Ptilotus fusiformis

Native perennial grass cover (%): 41

Coarse woody debris:

Non-native plant cover

None listed

Total length (m) of debris ≥ 10cm diameter and ≥0.5m in length per hectare: no data

Typical tree species: Eucalyptus leucophylla (Cloncurry box), Corymbia terminalis (long-fruited bloodwood), Corymbia aparrerinja

Tree canopy

Tree sub-canopy

Large trees

BioCondition attribute

0

Organic litter cover (%): no data

100Recruitment of dominant canopy species (%):

29/11/2012

Selected typical species are those that characterize the ecosystem, community or stratum at reference sites. Up to five frequently occurring species for each stratum are selected. Users should refer to the regional ecosystem description database (REDD) and/or the technical description for more complete lists of characteristic species. Only the most frequently used common name is given. Other common names may be used in other regions. Declared pest species in Queensland are designated (^).