Paradise Plains - ecological succession in full swing

摘要

The Paradise Plains Reserve, which is south of Ringarooma and adjoins Mathinna Plain in north-eastern Tasmania, covers an area of about 440 ha. A sub-alpine environment, it is about 900 metres above sea level. This reserve has not only been a personal source of fascination, but has also attracted attention from many scientists studying the effects of Aboriginal burning and the recent contraction of grassland areas since burning ceased. The area is a mosaic of vegetation communities, including eucalypt forest, rainforest, scrub, Gymnoschoenus sedgelands, grassland and Sphagnum peatlands.