Publications by authors named "Rhys Makdissi"

Article Synopsis
  • In fire-prone areas, the diversity of animal species, particularly birds, is influenced by the availability of resources that develop after fires, and this can be managed through planned burning.
  • A study surveyed bird occurrences across various sites in southeastern Australia over a 75-year period after fire, revealing that time since fire significantly impacts the presence of many bird species.
  • The research indicates that current fire management practices focused primarily on plant diversity may not adequately support bird populations that require longer periods without fire, highlighting a potential disconnect between plant and animal management needs.
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