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Examines the effects of tree clearing and pasture establishment on a population of mound-building termites in North Queensland, Queensland. Predominant component for each harvester termite species; Dietary preference of termite colonies; Influence of grazing cattle on the termite population.

Describes freeze coring as a method of collecting unconsolidated lake sediments in North Queensland. Rationale behind freezing the in situ sediment to the outer surface of an aluminum tube; Method of recovering the core from the sampler; Advantage of using a pressure-release valve over a rubber glove or polythene bag.

Analyzes the foraging ecology of conspicuous species of birds in lowland tropical rainforest at Lacey's Creek, North Queensland. Measurement of the species degree of specialization with respect to height of foraging; Recognition of different categories of foraging behavior; Combination of the data on foraging height and site.