This study assessed thermal cameras against traditional spotlighting for detecting small arboreal mammals. Thermal imaging proved more effective for detecting smaller eastern pygmy possums, while detection rates for larger common ringtail possums were similar across both methods. Integrating thermal imaging into wildlife surveys can improve species detection and population estimates, enhancing the accuracy of ecological monitoring programs. Photograph by George Madani.

After their introduction to north Queensland, Australia, chital deer have increased in number and distribution, causing negative social and economic impacts. This study investigated chital deer habitat use on two scales (local and regional) and found that soil phosphorus content was positively correlated with chital densities at both scales. Image created by authors.

The effect of wildlife tourism on non-target species is understudied. We assessed the impacts of bait and berley input on fish assemblages at a white shark cage-diving site by using underwater cameras. Abundances of some species were higher at the tourist site, but species diversity and evenness were comparable to offshore islands without cage-diving. Overall, current management regulations for the cage-diving industry are effective in minimising impacts to non-target species. Photograph by the Southern Shark Ecology Group.

This article belongs to the collection: White Sharks Global proceedings and recent advances in white shark ecology and conservation.