The Pilbara Region Biological Survey was undertaken to gain greater knowledge about the biodiversity of the Pilbara region in Western Australia.
In this survey, our researchers have:
The knowledge gained will provide the regional context necessary to underpin future nature conservation planning and sustainable land-use for the Pilbara.
Little was known about the rich array of plants and animals in the Pilbara. Many of the native species were new to science, and not found anywhere else in the world. The ecosystems, and their ecological processes, were also not well understood. The survey provided information on patterns in the distribution of flora and fauna to help the community make decisions about conservation requirements and the sustainable use of natural resources.
The results of the survey will assist in:
This strategy provides a framework and direction for landscape-scale conservation initiatives to protect and enhance the biodiversity of the Pilbara while realising its economic potential.
Read more about the Pilbara Conservation Strategy