Category : Wildlife

Endangered Eastern Quoll Faces Bird Flu Threat, Receives Federal Protection Funding

Eastern Quoll Endangered by Bird Flu, Gets Federal Grant

The endangered eastern quoll faces extinction risk from H5 bird flu due to its carnivorous habits. A $185,000 federal grant will build a quarantine station at Mulligans Flat Sanctuary to protect the vulnerable marsupial population.

Dead Penguins Found at Thirteenth Beach Prompt Urgent Warning

Dead Penguins Found at Thirteenth Beach Prompt Warning

Multiple dead penguins have been discovered near Thirteenth Beach in Barwon Heads, sparking a warning from authorities. The incident raises concerns about wildlife safety and environmental health in the coastal area.

Sydney Mourns: Bondi Beach Vigil for Shark Attack Victim Nico Antic

Sydney Mourns Bondi Vigil for Shark Attack Victim

Hundreds gathered at Bondi Beach to honour 12-year-old Nico Antic, who tragically died in a shark attack near Vaucluse, marking Sydney Harbour's first fatal shark incident in over six decades.

John Andersen Explores Queensland's Untamed Wilderness and Wildlife

John Andersen on Queensland's Wild Side

John Andersen shares insights into Queensland's rugged wilderness, highlighting its unique wildlife and conservation challenges in an exclusive interview.

Eyre Peninsula Launches Plan to Combat Rising Feral Deer and Fox Populations

Eyre Peninsula Tackles Feral Deer and Fox Surge

A new land management strategy targets escalating feral deer and fox numbers on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, with experts highlighting algal blooms and coastal discoveries as key environmental concerns.

Zoo's Rhino Cooling Tactics as Canberra Braces for 43-Degree Heatwave

Rhino Mud Baths: Zoo's Heatwave Strategy

The National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra deploys mud sunscreen and cooling measures for animals like white rhino Ubuntu as temperatures soar to 43 degrees, with keepers monitoring closely.

Lost Kangaroo Navigates Traffic in Heart of Barwon Heads

Lost Kangaroo Navigates Barwon Heads Traffic

A lost kangaroo was spotted navigating traffic in Barwon Heads, causing a stir among locals and prompting safety concerns. Authorities responded to ensure the animal's safe return to its natural habitat.

Venomous Red-Bellied Black Snake Hitches Ride on Moving Car

Venomous Snake Hitches Ride on Moving Car

A driver and passengers were shocked when a large red-bellied black snake clung to their car bonnet for kilometres on the Bruce Highway before vanishing into the engine bay.

Massive Olive Python Captured by Cairns Police During Routine Patrol

Huge Olive Python Wrangled by Police in Cairns

A large olive python was safely captured by police officers on patrol in Cairns, highlighting the region's diverse wildlife and the unexpected duties of local law enforcement.

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