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42623 Kangaroo Female [2022 - ]

New research to support translocations to an island safe haven.

Since the eradication of cats, sheep and goats from Wirruwana (Dirk Hartog Island) a number of species that had disappeared from the island have been reintroduced. The success of the ‘Return to 1616’ project is proof that our native species can thrive when given a chance. But reintroductions aren’t as simple as releasing animals and hoping for the best. A recent study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) used eDNA analysis to study the presence of different types of fungi on the island that the woylie (brush-tailed bettong) and boodie (burrowing bettong) rely on as a large part of their diet. Results were encouraging and showed significant overlap between the fungi found on the island and the diets of boodies and woylies. This research is important in informing translocation plans and ensuring translocated species have the best chance of survival. Woylies were released onto the island in April 2025 and while translocations often come with unexpected challenges, early monitoring results are promising. Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia also plans to reintroduce boodies in the near future.

Time fo Rest...

"Lucas found a big friend to rest on, might as well take a nap with such a cozy fluff ball to lay on!" I may have finished with art fight, but I ma keep posting what I've done slowly.  Attack for https://artfight.net/~Lucas36 of his character Lucas!