The birds in the captive breeding programme were sourced as chicks from NSW, on the understanding that they would assist the recovery of the Queensland population.
Local bird experts and even the Federal Environment Department are outraged that the EPA seems to be turning its back on the programme, even though early indications for the birdís recovery are good.
Although the Eastern Bristlebird is perfectly adapted to its habitat of dense ground vegetation, has survived for thousands of years and has adapted to dramatic changes in the Australian climate, it is now facing perhaps its greatest risk.
Many local people, and some of the best bird experts in the country, are working to save the Eastern Bristlebird. It would be a tragedy if government indifference was the final nail in the Bristlebirdís coffin.
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