Leadbeater's Possum Detection Report – 287-518-0007 'Bag of Bones'

This report details the methodology, results, discussion and conclusion of the detection of two critically endangered Leadbeater's Possum (Gymnobelideus leadbeateri) recorded within VicForests scheduled logging coupe 287-518-0007 along Royston River Road, in the Rubicon State Forest.

The methodology used to detect these Leadbeater's Possums involved the use of remote motion- sensing camera traps (RMSCT) setup directed towards bait stations. We conclude that this logging coupe as well as all the surrounding logging coupes that also consist of high-quality Leadbeater’s Possum habitat along Royston River Road should be removed from VicForests current Timber Release Plan for the conservation of the species into the future.

Download the report