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Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland (Wildlife Queensland) is the longest-running wildlife conservation organisation in Queensland. For more than 60 years we’ve worked to protect and conserve at-risk species and habitats, advocating for better environmental policy, delivering vital on-ground conservation programs, and raising awareness of wildlife conservation issues through education and community engagement.
Ban enclosed yabby traps in Queensland now!
Enclosed yabby traps (opera house nets) continue to cause the drowning deaths of our native aquatic wildlife, including platypus, rakali and turtles. The current regulations are insufficient and confusing, as evidenced by illegal usage and disregard for the law.
Following the lead of other states in banning these traps in all waters, Wildlife Queensland calls for a comprehensive ban on the sale, possession and use of enclosed yabby traps in Queensland.
Explore platypus conservation this September
This September, Wildlife Queensland PlatypusWatch is joining the ACF Platy-Project month of action to help protect our iconic platypus.
Join ecologist Dr Tamielle Brunt for a FREE PlatypusWatch Walk & Talk, where you’ll learn more about these unique animals and how you can play a role in their conservation by monitoring and recording observations.
Latest news
© Martin TaylorProject Officer identifies that deforestation continues in hotspots despite our laws
A new study has revealed that current deforestation policies in Queensland and the Northern Territory are failing to adequately protect vital ecosystems.
Exploring Platypus Conservation in Ipswich’s Woogaroo Catchment
This winter, community members had the opportunity to explore the waterways of the Woogaroo Catchment while gaining insights into one of Australia’s most iconic yet elusive creatures—the platypus.
© ShutterstockDo Something Big for Queensland’s Smallest this National Threatened Species Day
On 7 September, National Threatened Species Day, Wildlife Queensland is launching a 24-hour Giving Day dedicated to raising vital funds for the conservation of Queensland’s vulnerable small wildlife and their habitats.
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How we work
Protecting wildlife
Protecting and connecting threatened species through our innovative surveying and monitoring programs and key habitat restoration projects.
influencing choices
Cooperating with local & state governments and conservation groups to develop policies & campaigns that protect our state’s natural heritage.
engaging communities
Educating and engaging people and communities, the foundation of our Society, to inspire change and achieve positive conservation outcomes.
Species spotlight: Platypus
The aquatic, egg-laying platypus is one of Australia’s most bizarre and iconic mammals. Unfortunately, its habitat in Queensland has shrunk by 27 per cent over 30 years, and its numbers are declining.
Platypus populations occur throughout Tasmania and up the east coast of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland as far as Cooktown. The platypus is now extinct in South Australia though Kangaroo Island has an introduced population.
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