Aligning values with the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020, The Burdekin Shire Council is effectively monitoring and managing the presence and activities of flying foxes in Kidby’s Gully, Home Hill.
Flying foxes are nocturnal creatures, foraging at night and roosting in the early hours of the morning.
Residents can deter flying foxes by creating noise or placing visual deterrents. These activities have proven most effective within a 45-minute timeframe before sunrise.
The main concern of Burdekin Shire Council is to ensure a co-existence in harmony, between local wildlife and our community, particularly the black flying foxes, said Mayor Lyn McLaughlin.
After careful consideration of factors including legislative requirements, fruiting and flowering seasons of trees, birthing periods and environmental conditions including temperature, the Council has initiated a scheme to address the presence of flying foxes.
“We are striving to strike a balance that safeguards both the natural habitat and the comfort of residents,” Cr McLaughlin said.
“Council has transitioned from recent active disturbance activities to a monitoring and public education stance until January 2024, at which point flying fox numbers and activity will be reassessed.
"Flying foxes generally deliver offspring between September and November, followed by the creching phase during which adults supervise young one’s incapable of sustaining flight until January, management responses will be planned to align with the natural lifecycle of these creatures."
The Burdekin community is urged to promptly report sick or injured wildlife to authorised wildlife carers or contact RSPCA Queensland at 1300 264 625.
Flying foxes are active in Kidby Gully, Home Hill
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