The ecology of trace metal contamination in native Australian mammals

澳大利亚本土哺乳动物体内微量金属污染的生态学研究。该项目旨在评估开采的痕量金属对北部热带生态系统中澳大利亚本土哺乳动物的健康和性能的影响，并确定每个物种的生态如何导致它们受到污染的风险。这项研究还旨在为当地的土著护林员提供科学的战略，以改善他们岛上的野生动物保护。澳大利亚的长期健康取决于其将采矿的环境成本降至最低的能力，特别是在生物多样性高、独特的本土物种或具有文化或旅游价值的物种所特有的地区。预期的结果是更好、更有针对性的矿区保护战略。

The ecology of trace metal contamination in native Australian mammals . This project aims to evaluate the impacts of mined trace metals on the health and performance of native Australian mammals in a northern tropical ecosystem and to determine how each species’ ecology contributes to their risk of contamination. The research also aims to give local Indigenous Rangers scientifically based strategies to improve wildlife conservation on their island. Australia’s long-term health relies on its ability to minimise the environmental costs of mining, particularly in areas characterised by high biodiversity, unique native species, or species of cultural or touristic value. Anticipated outcomes are better, more targeted strategies for conservation in mining areas.