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© Wildlife Queensland / Canva NFPWildlife Queensland celebrates project officers’ achievements: From rakali awareness to koala research
Wildlife Queensland’s project officers have had a busy month, not only participating in field-based wildlife conservation efforts but also finding time to secure funding for future initiatives and contributing to wildlife conservation publications.
© Neil AndisonWildlife Queensland escalates campaign to ban lethal yabby traps
Wildlife Queensland has increased its push to ban enclosed yabby traps (opera house-style nets) across Queensland. Take action now to help prevent the needless drowning deaths of air-breathing aquatic wildlife.
© EcopixCoalition shares environmental policies with Wildlife Queensland
As Queensland gears up for the state election on 26 October 2024, environmental issues are gaining traction and taking centre stage. Wildlife Queensland reached out to key political figures to discuss the future of the region’s environment.
© Josh BowellYellow-bellied gliders: A closer look at their unique feeding habits
Threatened yellow-bellied gliders have unique feeding habits, particularly in tapping tree sap. Recognising their feed trees can be a valuable tool for monitoring populations and understanding their behaviour.
© Canva NFPExploring the secret world of trees and their communication networks
21 March is the International Day of Forests, a day to raise awareness and appreciation of the vital role that forests play in sustaining life on Earth. But did you know that forests communicate, cooperate and care for each other?
© Canva NFP/Wildlife QldQLD Govt. considers ban on opera house nets: Have your say!
Fisheries Queensland is inviting feedback until 9 May 2024 from fishers and the wider community on recreational fishing reform options, including the proposed ban on opera house style nets (enclosed yabby traps).
© Ecopix / Freya ThorntonWildlife Queensland intern Freya Thornton receives Holly Bryant Award
Wildlife Queensland proudly announces Freya Thornton as the recipient of the Society’s Holly Bryant Award. The accolade holds special significance as it honours both the memory of a cherished colleague and the commitment of emerging conservationists.
© Josh BowellAustralian Wildlife Society and Wildlife Queensland collaborate to fund new greater glider project
Join forces with the Australian Wildlife Society and Wildlife Queensland to become Guardians of the Greater Gliders and help secure a brighter future for these endangered marsupials.
© EcopixWildlife Queensland Internship Program: Bridging academia and conservation
In collaboration with universities, Wildlife Queensland has established a dynamic Internship Program that allows students to contribute to meaningful research and conservation efforts.
© Wildlife QldSunbathing wedge-tailed eagles surprise Wildlife Queensland project officer
Wildlife Queensland’s project officer, Hannah Thomas, uncovered a surprising and previously undocumented behaviour in Australia’s largest bird of prey – the majestic wedge-tailed eagle.
© EngenyWildlife Queensland celebrates success of Wildlife Onesie FUNdraiser!
Leading into Christmas, the engineering and environmental consultancy Engeny had a WILD time raising money for Wildlife Queensland.
© Canva NFPCoexisting with crocodiles
Recent concerns about increasing crocodile sightings in Queensland have prompted discussions on potential culls. However, a closer look reveals the situation is more complex.