Symposium papers presented at the Second Fire Ecology Symposium held at Monash University, Saturday November 28 1970

Abstract

This collection of papers, presented at a conference jointly organized by the Forests Commission, Victoria and the Monash University Department of Zoology and Comparative Physiology, explores the complex relationship between fire and Australian ecosystems. The conference addresses critical topics in fire ecology and wildlife management, with a focus on eastern Australia. Key papers include: "Fire and the Management of Wildlife": Examines strategies for incorporating fire management into wildlife conservation efforts. "Fire Environments in Eastern Australia": Analyzes the unique fire regimes and their ecological impacts in eastern Australian habitats. "The Historical Place of Fire in the Australian Environment": Provides a retrospective on the role of fire in shaping Australian landscapes over time. "Effects of Control Burning on the Ecology of Small Mammal Populations": Presents research findings on how prescribed burning practices influence small mammal communities.