West Dapto Road waits for warm nights to move threatened microbats

A colony of microbats found under West Dapto Road can only be safely moved when four consecutive nights stay above 12 degrees.

Why it mattersWildlife laws can slow major infrastructure work. Communities must wait for natural conditions that match human schedules.

AustraliaWest Dapto Road remains partially closed, affecting local traffic and commuters; the full reopening depends on nature, not contractors.

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