What Happens to Wildlife When a Tree Is Removed?
In South East Melbourne, a tree can provide nesting sites, food, shelter and travel routes for birds, possums, microbats, insects and other wildlife. When it is removed, these resources disappear at once, and animals may need to relocate or compete for habitat nearby. The effect depends on the tree’s size, condition, location and the wildlife using it. How Tree Removal Affects Wildlife Tree hollows and cavities can shelter possums, parrots, owls and microbats. Branche