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ACT Government projects to protect threatened species and habitat

The ACT Government has announced three new projects to protect and preserve threatened species and their habitat in parks and reserves across the Canberra region.   The three ecologically significant sites chosen for...

Endangered frogs found in ACT after years of absence

For the first time in 5 years, northern corroboree frogs have been detected in the Ginini Flats wetlands at Namadgi National Park.

Threatened species list ballooned in 2023, data shows

Australia's list of threatened species ballooned in 2023, with a record number of new plants, animals and ecosystems deemed in danger of extinction.

Unearthing Canberra’s extinction vault

Few Canberrans would know we have an extinction vault – a secure collection of about 8 million precious seeds that are an insurance against native plant extinction.

Threatened devils arrive at National Zoo & Aquarium

The National Zoo & Aquarium is shining a light on a furry friend this National Threatened Species Day, 7 September, as they welcome three Tasmanian devils - Manchester, AC and Kiara.

Plan to protect wildlife from threat posed by cats

Australia could have more cat-free suburbs under a $60 million plan to reduce the billions of wildlife deaths caused by feral and pet cats every year.

Global protections for threatened sharks, turtles boosted

Protections for shark species targeted in the fin trade and scores of turtles, lizards and frogs will increase following an international wildlife conference.

2022 Bird Count takes flight, Canberrans called to count native parrots

The week of 17-23 October will see Australians looking upwards for a good cause – BirdLife Australia’s annual Aussie Bird Count. By participating in this year’s Count, Aussies can help BirdLife Australia uncover...

Koalas at risk of extinction, experts warn

One of Australia's most iconic native animals is at risk of being functionally extinct and urgent government action is needed, wildlife experts claim.

20 ACT sites to be restored for Gang-gangs, threatened species

With our beloved Gang-gang Cockatoos going but not yet gone, this National Threatened Species Day (7 September) is a tough one for Canberrans. However, there may be some good news in the works.

Remembering Benjamin this National Threatened Species Day

Today, 7 September, is National Threatened Species Day, marking the anniversary of the death of Australia's last known Thylacine, Benjamin, in 1936.

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