Episode Details
Back to EpisodesEastern Quolls Stage Comeback on Mainland Australia
Description
Eastern quolls, or native cats, are making a remarkable return to mainland Australia after disappearing for over six decades. Conservationists have successfully reintroduced these endangered marsupials to a protected area in western Victoria, where they are now breeding successfully in the wild. The project, led by the South-West Eastern Quoll Hub, involved removing foxes and building predator-proof fences, creating a safe haven for the quolls. With twenty-seven quolls now released, including twelve males and seven females born on the mainland, the project is considered a huge success in its early stages. Plans are underway to establish more sanctuaries near Grampians National Park and beyond, ensuring the long-term genetic health of these spotted marsupials.
Support the show
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.
Advertise on DNN
advertise@thednn.ai
This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai
View sources & latest updates
https://sources.thednn.ai/43640c9eaa425f67