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Arachnorchis sp. aff. venusta (Kilsyth South Spider
Orchid) is endemic to the area with 23 known individuals surviving and as such
is eligible for listing as Critically Endangered. Surveys indicate an area of
occurrence of 2 hectares (5 acres) and an area of occupancy at 1
hectare (2.5 acres). This information was collated by the nominator over a
period of 10 years observation and is projected on the basis of residential
development for the site and its geographic distribution is thus precarious
for the survival of this beautiful species. In 2000 I donated a
small sum of money to aid its conservation. The aim was to purchase land on
which the species occurred but I am unsure how successful this imitative was.
Alan W Stephenson
Conservation Officer
Australian Orchid
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