Phytophthora dieback is a significant threat to our unique biodiversity and beautiful natural resources in southwest WA.
Our regional group, South Coast NRM, says:
Phytophthora dieback is a soil-borne pathogen and a major threat to biodiversity in the South Coast region of WA, with around 40% of native species suscepible to the pathogen. Dieback causes sudden deaths in vulnerable species and results in the devastation of large areas of natural habitat.
There is no cure for dieback. We all need to make sure that dieback is contained in areas that are already infested and doesn’t spread to un-infested bushland.
We can help stop the spread by making sure our boots and gear are clean when we are going into our beautiful bushland areas, stick to paths and plan your adventure when the soil is dry.
Check out South Coast NRM’s video to learn more about Phytophthora dieback. The video was funded by South Coast NRM and the Western Australian Government’s State NRM program.