Eagle Nest Surveying - March 2023

During March, TasNetworks conducted eagle nest aerial inspections along the proposed Staverton to Hampshire Hills Line to locate wedge-tailed eagle and white-bellied sea eagle nests in the vicinity of the proposed route. Eagle nest surveying activity is scheduled to recommence in late 2023.

TasNetworks uses standardised eagle nest survey methods guided by the Forest Practices Authority. These checks are crucial for gathering information as part of the environmental and social impact assessment process.

Precautionary protocols are followed and surveys have been conducted outside of the breeding season to minimise impacts on eagles.

Any new eagle nests located are registered in the Tasmanian Natural Values Atlas database.

For more information please visit the eagle nest survey FAQs page.