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A baby bilby boom has been recorded in south-west NSW for the first time in a century
After 50 bilbies were released into Mallee Cliffs National Park in 2019, ecologists have now recorded the first signs of a new generation.
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Australia’s threatened mammals have declined by over a third in 20 years, but there is some good news
A new Threatened Mammal Index has revealed insights into how we might decrease Australia’s shockingly high mammal extinction rate.
Wildlife
Our koalas: post-bushfire recovery and future challenges
Thousands of koalas were killed in the recent bushfire emergency, but keeping the species from extinction is more than just a numbers game.
Wildlife
Feral cats are taking advantage of the ecological crisis caused by the bushfires
Feral cats will travel many kilometres outside their home ranges to burnt areas to prey on vulnerable native animals exposed by bushfires.
Wildlife
Scientists re-counted Australia’s extinct species: the results are devastating
It’s well established that unsustainable human activity is damaging the health of the planet. The way we use Earth threatens our future and that of many animals and plants. Species extinction is an inevitable end point.
Wildlife
The puzzle of the platypus: could time be up for this iconic Aussie animal?
With bizarre physiology and an equally strange collection of genes, the platypus is like no other animal. But, after more than 120 million years of evolution, could time soon be up for this unique Australian.
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Urgent action needed to stop unprecedented global extinction crisis
We are witnessing the loss of biodiversity at rates never before seen in human history.
Wildlife
The miraculous story of a wallaby, a nursery and naivety
Nailtail wallabies may be back from the brink, but they’re facing the same challenges.
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Impact of fungus on world frog populations revealed
Chytrid fungus has been responsible for wiping out seven species of Australian frogs, with no definite cure in sight for those still under threat.
Wildlife
Another mammal is gone. When will we learn?
The Bramble Cay melomys was declared extinct by the Morrison Government on Monday, prompting conservationists to, again, question the effectiveness of laws and management.