A number of small turtles have been released in western Sydney as part of a program seeking to make amends for a decline in native freshwater species. Around 20 juvenile eastern long-necked turtles with tiny trackers glued to their shells were released into lagoons at the Western Sydney University Hawkesbury campus, ABC News reports. The […]
Continue ReadingTaronga Western Plains Zoo has announced the birth of Australia’s first Greater One-horned Rhino calf. The male calf was born early on Sunday morning, 25 October, to first-time mother Amala. Zoo Keepers are closely monitoring both mother and calf, and although it is still early days, report that both are doing well. “Amala is being […]
Continue ReadingFeline panleukopenia virus has re-emerged and claimed the lives of around 200 cats in three outbreaks in Australia. The virus, rarely seen in cats, was responsible for a Melbourne outbreak in 2013, affecting around 60 cats. A second Melbourne outbreak, involving 60-70 cats, occurred in February this year with a third outbreak hitting cats in […]
Continue ReadingRobert Johnson said he is honoured to be elected as the new national president of the AVA. “The opportunity to lead the profession that I enjoy being part of so much is a source of great pride for me,” he said. “I’m really excited about the future and our current focus areas of continuing professional […]
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