An ecosystem can be defined as a community of abiotic and biotic organisms interacting with their environment. All ecosystems function in a state of dynamic equilibrium which is the product of the interrelationship of the elements of an ecosystem: atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere. Ecosystems become at risk when they endure amounts of interactions and stress which exceed its carrying capacity. In order to counteract this, ecosystems must be managed effectively. Management can be broken down into two broad categories: traditional and contemporary management. It is evident through the case studies; the Daintree Rainforest and Bicentennial Park the ecological sustainability of these traditional and contemporary management strategies.
The Daintree Rainforest is a tropical rainforest measuring approximately 1200km2 located on the north east coast of Queensland. Home to an abundance of flora and fauna, the Daintree is one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth. Recognised for its unique value, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has proclaimed it a world heritage area. Unfortunately, there are several threats that are posed to this irreplaceable rainforest.
Climate change is a huge threat to the Daintree Rainforest. A temperate change as small as one degree in the forests average …show more content…
The Rainforest Foundation has developed a plan called “Operation Big Bird” which entails the creation of a “wildlife corridor” of 250 to protect wildlife, especially the cassowary and to maintain biodiversity. The corridor will be a living green link between the Far North Queensland resort of Cairns and the Southern Coastal town of Cardwell. It will enhance the aesthetic value of landscapes and contribute to the conservation of biodiversity by allowing species to move around the landscape to feed, breed, disperse and
The Daintree Rainforest is a tropical rainforest measuring approximately 1200km2 located on the north east coast of Queensland. Home to an abundance of flora and fauna, the Daintree is one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth. Recognised for its unique value, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has proclaimed it a world heritage area. Unfortunately, there are several threats that are posed to this irreplaceable rainforest.
Climate change is a huge threat to the Daintree Rainforest. A temperate change as small as one degree in the forests average …show more content…
The Rainforest Foundation has developed a plan called “Operation Big Bird” which entails the creation of a “wildlife corridor” of 250 to protect wildlife, especially the cassowary and to maintain biodiversity. The corridor will be a living green link between the Far North Queensland resort of Cairns and the Southern Coastal town of Cardwell. It will enhance the aesthetic value of landscapes and contribute to the conservation of biodiversity by allowing species to move around the landscape to feed, breed, disperse and