Environment and resources
Plants and animals
Atlas of NSW wildlife
The atlas contains recorded sightings of plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and endangered invertebrates in New South Wales.
Conserving biodiversity
Biodiversity is vital in supporting human life on Earth. It provides many benefits, including all our food, many medicines and industrial products.
Native vegetation
Minimising native vegetation clearing is essential to help reduce the effects of climate change.
NSW biosecurity strategy
Biological threats and problems include both land-based and aquatic plant and animal diseases, pest animals, insects and weeds.
NSW protected species
All native birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals, except the dingo, are protected in New South Wales.
State forests in NSW
The State forests provide opportunities for a wide range of recreational pursuits like camping, picnicking, walking, four wheel driving and mountain bike riding.Visit a botanic garden in NSW
Find information about the beautiful botanic gardens of NSW.
