Bass Coast is home to 153 species of plants and animals that are classified as under threat or endangered, however only 14% of Bass Coast’s native vegetation remains. The destruction and fragmentation of habitat poses a significant threat to the biodiversity of the region.

Council has developed a Biolinks Plan that aims to connect pockets of vegetation and allow animals to move between these areas freely. 200 biolinks have been identified across Bass Coast.

Council is working in partnership with Landcare, rural landholders, and volunteers – all of whom contribute resources to the effort. Ongoing funding from state and federal government would leverage these local resources.