UDB101 Assignment 1D

Koala Population Case Study

Sian Phillips

This in-depth concept map portrays the factors influencing koala births and deaths in SEQ. It also shows that the eucalyptus tree population in SEQ is vital for the survival of the koala.

The SEQ Koala Population over recent years has suffered due to a number of factors; habitat loss, predators, natural disasters, health issues and road fatalities to name a few.  All the while conservation efforts are being made to aid the population growth of  the national icon.

This insight draws together these contributing factors into a single population model (simulation).  This model begins with the known 2006 population and it projected based on current decline rates.  Accuracy is limited, however the downward trend is clearly evident.

Developed by Patrick O'Shaughnessy

This in-depth concept map portrays the factors influencing koala births and deaths in SEQ. It also shows that the eucalyptus tree population in SEQ is vital for the survival of the koala.

A detailed insight map into the current population trends surrounding koalas and the different variables involved which will influence these trends in years to come.

Koala populations in South East Queensland have been plummeting for decades and is only speeding up. Here is a Systems Dynamics model of key factors that increase and decrease the Koala population in SEQ. 

David De Marco

• Between 1999 and 2006 Koala population had dropped 26% in Queensland. 
• By 2008 it was estimated there were around 2300 Koalas with more than a 50% population loss in less than 3 years. 
• Main threats for Koala survival are a loss of habitat, vehicular trauma, dog attacks, urbanisation, disease and climate change.
  
  

  http://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/koalas/research/pdf/koala-coast-report2010.pdf

"Clearing of koala habitat for urban development as well as vehicle hits, dog attacks and disease has severely reduced South East Queensland’s koala population." (Nolan, L. 2012)



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Koala populations in South East Queensland have been plummeting for decades and is only speeding up. Here is a Systems Dynamics model of key factors that increase and decrease the Koala population in SEQ. 

David De Marco

The following regards information revolving around the overall population of koala's in South-East Queensland. Numerous factors that affect the birth rate of koalas are presented to highlight both the negative and positive impacts that are presented to the population.

By Zac O'Brien

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• Between 1999 and 2006 Koala population had dropped 26% in Queensland. 
• By 2008 it was estimated there were around 2300 Koalas with more than a 50% population loss in less than 3 years. 
• Main threats for Koala survival are a loss of habitat, vehicular trauma, dog attacks, urbanisation, disease and climate change.
  
  

  http://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/koalas/research/pdf/koala-coast-report2010.pdf

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.

The SEQ Koala Population over recent years has suffered due to a number of factors; habitat loss, predators, natural disasters, health issues and road fatalities to name a few.  All the while conservation efforts are being made to aid the population growth of  the national icon.

This insight draws together these contributing factors into a single population model (simulation).  This model begins with the known 2006 population and it projected based on current decline rates.  Accuracy is limited, however the downward trend is clearly evident.

Developed by Patrick O'Shaughnessy

UDB101 Assignment 1D

Koala Population Case Study

Sian Phillips

This insight displays some of the main factors effecting the decreasing koala population in South East Queensland, the measures put in place to stop their extinction, and the possible measures that could be taken to further help the conservation effort.

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.

My thoughts on the reasons for the current population deficit of koalas in SE Queensland as well as some measures to be undertaken to ensure there survival.