Local frog populations in trouble

Local frog populations in trouble

By Deborah Pergolotti, FrogSafe   Prior to cyclone Yasi, local frogs appeared to be making a small comeback.  It was the first time in 13 years that numbers actually improved a little, particularly for the Graceful tree frog.  However, Yasi did something to...
A Busy Time for Coastal Wildlife

A Busy Time for Coastal Wildlife

By Dr Martin Cohen (Wild about Australia) With the weather now quite hot and humid, and the first sign of good rains just around the corner, it is time for wildlife to invest in the next generation. On land, birds of all shapes and sizes are busy nesting and rearing...
2011 Serventy Conservation Medal

2011 Serventy Conservation Medal

The 2011 Serventy Conservation Medal, one of the most prestigious conservation awards in Australia was recently awarded to Jenny Maclean, the Director of the Tolga Bat Hospital by the Wildlife Preservation Society of Australia. As many of you will be aware Jenny...