Where We Work

We are a group of conservationists focused on the lesser-known alpine species of Lutruwita, with the Pandani Moth as our main focus. Our work takes place across some of Tasmania’s most remarkable natural areas, including Mt Field Government Huts, Cradle Mountain Waldheim cabins, the Gordon River, Hartz Mountain National Park, and more remote sites such as the Labyrinth and the Tyndalls. These locations offer important habitats for the Pandani Moth and its allies, and we explore them to better understand their ecology and conservation needs.

What We Do

We organise regular trips and camps throughout the year, catering to a range of experience levels. Our research is thorough and scientifically rigorous, aiming to contribute to peer-reviewed publications, with our first paper soon to be submitted. We focus on long-term questions such as population viability and the relationship between the Pandani Moth and its host plant, the giant Pandani (Richea pandanifolia).

Our work includes annual stays at Mt Field and Cradle Mountain to study the moth populations in detail, monthly visits to Hartz Mountain National Park to document their development, and expeditions like pack rafting the Gordon River to investigate whether the moth’s range extends to sea level. Through these activities, we aim to improve understanding of these species while fostering a community of people interested in alpine conservation.

Friends of the Pandani Moth