G. it. Ent., 12 (54): 31-45
December 2007
The conservation and ecological importance of a
hill-topping site at East Killara, New South Wales, Australia
by
TREVOR J. HAWKESWOOD
Abstract - An ecological important and unique hill-topping site for a considerable number of native butterflies (Lepidoptera; Lycaenidae, Nymphalidae, Pieridae, Hesperiidae) in natural bushland at Kanowar Avenue, East Killara, New South Wales, Australia is threatened with destruction by proposed clearing for residential development and road construction. This paper reviews the ecological status of the site, reviews aspects of hill-topping in Australia (including its legal status in New South Wales) and lists the butterfly species involved and recommends the total conservation of the site at East Killara.
