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Environmental Factor Guideline: Terrestrial Fauna

05 October 2025 (Published: 15 August 2022)

IN THIS ARTICLE:

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AUTHORITY

The purpose of this guideline is to outline how the factor Terrestrial Fauna is considered by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in the environmental impact assessment (EIA) process.

Specifically, the guideline:

  • describes the factor Terrestrial Fauna and explains the associated objective
  • describes EIA considerations for this factor
  • discusses the environmental values of terrestrial fauna, and their significance
  • describes issues commonly encountered by the EPA during EIA of this factor
  • identifies activities that can impact on terrestrial fauna
  • provides a summary of the type of information that may be required by the EPA to undertake EIA related to this factor.

Link to page: Environmental Factor Guideline - Terrestrial Fauna

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures, and to Elders both past and present.

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