Community Biodiversity Survey

A community biodiversity survey is a study that looks at the plant and animal life of an area and describes the environment in which they live.

There are many methods used for the recording of plants and animals and their habitats. Because there is such a diverse range of plants and animals in NSW, together with a diverse landscape, the methods for recording are also varied.

What does a survey involve?

The combination of the following techniques and the information they provide gives an indication of the biodiversity of the area:

* Searching for reptiles under rocks or for frogs in creeks

* Listening to calls of birds

* Looking for signs such as tracks and scats

* Spotlighting at night to observe nocturnal mammals and birds

* Recording details of the physical environment

* Trapping and releasing invertebrates

* Trapping and releasing small ground dwelling mammals

If you are considering coordinating or attending a biodiversity survey take a look at our answers to some FAQs.

Interested in the outcomes of previous Community Biodiversity Surveys? Check out the biodiversity survey reports from the 20 surveys NPA has coordinated in just over 10 years!

For more specific advice contact:

NatureKeepers Coordinator

02 9299 0000 or