Avian Bird Flu: Are Native Birds at Risk?
We know that avian bird flu is affecting poultry and egg production in Australia, but what are the risks to native birds, and what can be done to stop the spread?Β
The information below has been shared by Ingrid Marker fromΒ Cassowary Keystone Conservation.Β
Read moreNational Park Expansion a Win for Coastal Birds
Photo sourced from QPWS
The rugged, mountainous Bowling Green Bay National Park on the land of the Bindal people, is set to expand by two hectares after the Queensland Government acquired three islets off the coast of Townsville.
Native animals including the white-bellied sea-eagle and black-naped tern are set to benefit.
Read moreSubmission to the Animal Management Act: Cats and Dogs
In August 2023, the Queensland Government consulted on proposed changes to the Animal Management Act (Cats and Dogs) 2008. While the purpose of these changes was to introduce tougher penalties to owners of dogs that attack people, some in the conservation movement took this opportunity to highlight the threat that uncontrolled dogs pose to native wildlife.Β
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