Trees adjacent to a flying fox colony in Casino are to be removed or trimmed.
The Richmond Valley Council has been given approval to remove or modify trees adjacent to properties affected by the flying fox colony.
RVC general manager John Walker said the aim of the habitat modification program was to provide a buffer between the flying foxes and residents without reducing roosting opportunities.
Mr Walker said an ecologist had been appointed to assess the habitat and was satisfied that the modification work could take place on Wednesday and Thursday.
‘Work will involve the trimming and removal of selected non-indigenous trees, such as Cocus Palm and Jacaranda, and many listed noxious weeds including the Chinese Celtis, Green Cestrum, Camphor Laurel, broad-leaved Privet, and Crofton Weed, and will be conducted in the late afternoon and early evening while the flying foxes are out foraging,’ Mr Walker said.
‘An ecologist will be on site during the work to monitor the situation, and residents are asked to stay clear of the works where possible.’
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