Increaser species are useful indicators of rangeland condition. In the Gawler Ranges District of the South Australian Pastoral Zone, Maireana pyramidata (blackbush) is commonly considered an increaser species, as it is not preferentially grazed by stock. Blackbush may eventually dominate due to a reduction in competition from palatable species. These areas usually occur near watering points on pastoral stations, with blackbush inhabiting bare areas created by grazing. In 1991 and 1992 pastoral lease assessments were carried out as required by the Pastoral Land Management and Conservation Act,1989. ...
Anderson, L., van Klinken, R. D., and Shepherd, D. (2008). Aerially surveying Mesquite (Prosopis spp.) in the Pilbara. In: 'A Climate of Change in the Rangelands. Proceedings of the 15th Australian Rangeland Society Biennial Conference'. (Ed. D. Orr) 4 pages. (Australian Rangeland Society: Australia).
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