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Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland (Wildlife Queensland) is the longest-running and one of the most respected wildlife conservation organisations 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.

QLD Govt. considers ban on opera house nets

Fisheries Queensland seeks feedback from fishers and the community on proposed recreational fishing reforms, including banning opera house style nets (enclosed yabby traps). Queensland is the only state yet to fully ban these nets, despite ongoing reports of platypuses and other air-breathing animals drowning in them.

Have your say and support a ban on opera house nets in Queensland. Submissions close 9 May 2024.

WILDLIFE BLOG

Identifying wildlife from their scat

Whether you’re in your backyard, exploring a park, or hiking through the bush, do you ever wonder what wildlife species are nearby? Even when wildlife isn’t readily visible, they often leave subtle traces of their presence. One such clue that nature leaves behind is scat, the faeces of animals.

Delve into the fascinating world of scatology to help discover who’s been roaming around your surroundings.

ONLINE PICTURE BOOK

Ringtail possums

Did you know, the ringtail possum has a beautiful long tail with a white tip that acts like an extra hand, helping them hold onto branches and leaves?

Discover more fascinating facts about the ringtail possum in the first book of our new Branch Buddies picture book series, featuring stunning photography by Jenny Thynne, including the most adorable little joeys!

Catch up on all our latest online picture book stories HERE.

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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.

Latest reports

You can also visit our Annual Reports page for some key highlights from 2022-23.

Wildlife Australia magazine

WAM Summer 2023

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Your generous tax-deductible donation is your chance to make a huge impact on the wildlife you care about. More than 70% of all donations go towards our conservation projects to protect threatened species and habitats.

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