Endangered Species Protection Act 1992

This document is Schedule 1 of the Endangered Species Protection Act 1992, which sets out the official lists of native Australian species that are legally recognised as Endangered or Vulnerable.

What it does:

• Part 1 lists species facing imminent extinction (Endangered) — including fish like the Pedder Galaxias, amphibians like the Gastric-brooding Frog, reptiles like the Western Swamp Tortoise, birds like the Gouldian Finch, mammals like the Northern Hairy-nosed Wombat, and hundreds of plant species.
• Part 2 lists species at high risk of becoming endangered (Vulnerable) — covering everything from the Green Turtle and Southern Cassowary to rare orchids and eucalypts.

Who it affects:

• Land managers and developers who must check these lists before clearing land or undertaking projects.
• Researchers and wildlife handlers who need permits to study or move these species.
• Farmers and fishers whose activities might impact listed species.

Why it matters: Once a species appears on this schedule, it triggers strict legal protections under the Act — making it an offence to kill, injure, or trade these species without authorisation. The scientific names (Latin) listed here are the legal identifiers, ensuring there's no confusion about exactly which plant or animal is protected.