Tag: Tasmania
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The Debate Over Sugar Gliders and Swift Parrots
For more than a decade, introduced sugar gliders have been considered a major threat to Tasmania’s critically endangered swift parrot. New field research is now adding another layer to the story. We look back at how the evidence developed and explore what the latest findings could mean for the conservation of both species.
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Is It Okay to Feed Wild Animals?
Most people who feed wildlife do so because they care. But could that act of kindness do more harm than good? Discover why wildlife experts discourage feeding wild animals and learn safer, more effective ways to help Australia’s native wildlife.
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H5N1 Bird Flu Australia Timeline
Follow Australia’s H5N1 bird flu outbreak through a detailed, continually updated timeline documenting confirmed detections, surveillance efforts and major developments. From the first suspected mainland case to the spread across multiple states, this chronology provides a clear historical record of Australia’s response to highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).
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The Greatest Journey on Earth
Every year, Bar-tailed Godwits undertake one of the world’s greatest migrations, flying from Alaska to Tasmania across the Pacific Ocean. Discover the science behind their incredible journey, the East Asian Australasian Flyway, and why protecting Australia’s coastal wetlands matters for millions of migratory shorebirds.
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Who is Neil the Elephant Seal?
Neil the Seal has captured hearts around the world, but there is much more to his story than viral headlines. Discover who Neil is, why he keeps returning to Tasmania, how southern elephant seals live, and why giving these remarkable marine mammals space is essential for their welfare and conservation.
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Australian Mammals at Risk from H5N1 Bird Flu
The arrival of H5N1 bird flu in Australia has raised new questions for wildlife conservation. While the virus primarily affects birds, native mammals may also face risks. Discover which Australian species could be vulnerable, what scientists know so far, and why preparation matters.
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A Practical Guide to Possum Nest Boxes
A practical guide to possum nest boxes, including nest box design, installation advice, maintenance tips and build plans suitable for brushtail and ringtail possums.
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Missing Tasmanian Devil Sparks National Interest
When a young Tasmanian devil named Mary escaped from Paradise Country on the Gold Coast, she quickly became one of Australia’s most talked about wildlife stories. Behind the memes and headlines, however, lies a much bigger conservation story about one of the country’s most iconic and threatened native marsupials.
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Platypus Returned to the Wild
A juvenile platypus is returned to the wild after rescue and care, a quiet moment that reflects both the reality and the rare rewards of wildlife rescue in Tasmania.
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Regulator Moves To Restrict SGAR Rat Poisons
Australia’s chemical regulator has warned that some rat poisons pose unacceptable risks to wildlife. The APVMA is moving to restrict second generation anticoagulant rodenticides used in pest control.