Episode Details

Researchers in Australia uncover a sneaky threat to the critically endangered regent honeyeater, with brush-tailed possums raiding fake nests. These songbirds, with fewer than 250 left, face potential extinction in 20 years due to predation and habitat loss. Captive programs at Taronga Zoo aim to help, but non-lethal fixes like tree trunk collars and ultrasonic sounds are being tested to protect nests. Efforts to replant favorite trees are underway, but experts warn time is running out to save this unique Aussie icon.

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/e42cb9b54fec9ca2