9
CurrentSignificance to nature and its value
Schedule 1Classification of animals and declared management intent
Part 2Protected wildlife
Division 2Extinct in the wild wildlife
Subdivision 2Declared management intent
9 Significance to nature and its value
(1)
An animal that is extinct in the wild wildlife is a component of Queensland’s biodiversity and a vital feature of the ecosystem of the animal.
(2)
Without limiting subsection (1), the animal represents—
(a)
a part of the Australian biota that is of inherent value and potential importance for the maintenance of ecosystem processes; and
(b)
a source of genetic information integral to an understanding of the evolution of the Australian biota; and
(c)
a genetic resource of potential benefit to society.
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