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'In order to assess the contribution of predation by feral cats to the observed mammal declines, it is necessary to quantify their predatory impact on natural populations. Furthermore, an understanding of the impact of feral cats relative to, or in synergy with, other potential drivers of mammal decline is desirable in order to make informed decisions about where and how to best direct management interventions. This project sought to improve understanding of the ecology of feral cats in savanna woodlands in order to inform management options for addressing the observed mammal declines. Specifically we evaluated the impact of feral cat predation on small vertebrate populations in Kakadu National Park, northern Australia, and the ability of populations to recover after cat exclusion.' - Introduction,
Notes
This project was funded by the National Environmental Science Programme through the Northern Australian Environmental Resources Hub, Charles Darwin University (CDU), the Northern Hub of the National Environmental Research Program, CDU; and the Northern Territory Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Research was undertaken under Animal Ethics Approval, Charles Darwin University (permit number A11040) and Permit for Activity in a Commonwealth Reserve (permit number RK798). Planning and logistical support were provided by Kakadu National Park.,
Table of contents
Executive summary -- Introduction -- Study site selection, exclosure construction and management -- Vertebrate responses to cat exclusion -- Predator ecology -- Discussion -- Conclusions and management implications -- References -- Appendix 1 - Fence construction and maintenance costs,