A powerful article about kangaroos and caring

Explore the contradictions in the human/kangaroo relationship but also examines the issues faced by wildlife carers as a whole.
Explore the contradictions in the human/kangaroo relationship but also examines the issues faced by wildlife carers as a whole.
The newest batch of devils to be released in Tasmania now have their very own police protection. See also: http://www.tassiedevil.com.au/tasdevil.nsf/news/584EE3D90AF9D671CA25801B00053781 Drivers warned to take care Image courtesy of the the Save the Tasmanian Devil project
In the past few months several infrastructure innovations have been undertaken on the mainland designed specifically to protect wildlife. The new underpass at Berry has landscaping and canopy rope bridges while a series of innovative strategies in Queensland are saving koalas and other species. Photo: Darryl Jones Griffith University
In recent days there have been some discussions over how to manage the insurance population on the mainland. Big changes planned for devil breeding program Environment Minister against devil plan Criticism over proposal to reduce devil insurance population Decisions about Tassie’s devils rest with Tasmania Picture by Darren Leal
Echidna mating trains, normally a rarely observed phenomenon are being seen in some unusual places. Picture Jesse Chiconi
It’s 20 years since DFTD was identified … where to now??? Picture: Save the Tasmanian Devil Program
This project at Cobbitty in NSW shows the ways in which conservation projects can interconnect and become symbiotic.
It’s 20 years since DFTD was indentified and more needs to be done.
In the U.S., animals are finding unlikely saviours in Pokemon players. NB we don’t advocate handling any kind of bat but recommend you leave it to the experts.
A recent workshop held in Kelso to engage the community in a plan to treat the wombat population, many of which are currently suffering from mange. The workshop was very well-attended and the West Tamar community is rallying to help.