endangered Archives

Unbearable loss: our koalas are endangered

Thousands of koalas were killed in the 2019/20 bushfire emergency, but keeping the species from extinction is more than just a numbers game.

Wildlife

Helping our northern hairy-nosed wombat back from the brink of extinction

There are only 315 northern hairy-nosed wombats surviving in the wild. Here’s how you can help the world’s most endangered large marsupial.

Wildlife

Released: critically endangered bird no longer wanders alone

10 native birds have been released into the wild after being bred at three zoos under a program to bolster the endangered species’ declining population.

News

Koalas have been officially listed as endangered in NSW, Qld and ACT

The conservation status of the koalas has been downgraded to endangered, from vulnerable, in NSW, Queensland and the ACT, by the federal government.

Fundraising

Help save the Manning River helmeted turtle

Donate now to save this gorgeous and endangered turtle

Wildlife

The miraculous story of a wallaby, a nursery and naivety

Nailtail wallabies may be back from the brink, but they’re facing the same challenges.

News

Are kangaroos really endangered?

The new film Kangaroo: A Love-Hate Story has raised some serious questions about our kangaroos.

Science & Environment

In pictures: A close-up look at the Great Barrier Reef’s bleaching

The bleaching hitting the Great Barrier Reef not only harms corals. As these close-up photos show, it also deprives many other species of a home and livelihood.