Gliders, Habitat Connectivity & Weeds Dr Ross Goldingay School of Environment, Science & Engineering Southern Cross University, Lismore, NSW 2480 Seminar outline Habitat loss & fragmentation potential impact on gliders, How do we mitigate the impact of fragmentation? Is there potential for exotic woody plants to connect habitats? Habitat Loss & Fragmentation Recognised as the leading cause of species loss Roads are a leading cause of habitat fragmentation Capalaba, BrisbaneChermside Hills, Brisbane Why the Squirrel Glider? Listed as: Vulnerable in NSW Endangered in Vic. Management focus in Brisbane Has been a species of management focus by BCC. Could be a model species. Mostly occurs at