Superb Parrot in the hollow of a tree.
Tree hollows and fallen logs provide important homes for Australian wildlife, but they are disappearing at an alarming rate. Trees are essential for native wildlife to find food, shelter, and places to roost and nest. Hollow-bearing trees are especially important because many species use these hollows to nest and raise their young.
In New South Wales, at least 174 animal species rely on tree hollows, including 46 mammal species, 81 bird species, 31 reptile species, 16 frogs and countless invertebrates. Among these species, 40 are threatened, and the availability of hollowbearing trees is crucial for their survival.
Tree hollows take hundreds of years to form and are not easily replaced. However, we have the opportunity to take action and make a difference. Let’s work together to protect the homes of the wildlife we love:
• Retain and protect all trees with hollows, even dead ones
• Allow for the regeneration and re-growth of native vegetation
• Leave fallen logs and debris on the ground
• Educate yourself, neighbours and your community about the importance of tree hollows as homes.
Learn more at: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/animals-and-plants/threatened-species/saving-our-species-program/resources/home-where-hollow