One
key aspect of island biogeography is the unique wildlife that can be found nowhere
else in the world. Tasmania is no exception, with its exceptional collection of
marsupials and birds that make up the island. However, these endemic species
are quickly dying out due to habitat loss and introduction of other non-native
invasive species.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, located
about half an hour away from Hobart, has dedicated its efforts to prevent
Tasmania’s sacred species from becoming extinct. Their past, present, and future
initiatives include a 24 hour Wildlife Rescue Program, a seabird rehabilitation
enclosure, a quarantine facility and breeding program for the Tasmanian Tree
Frog, monitoring of carnivorous marsupial populations, captive breeding program
for the Tasmanian devil, and Tasmania’s first Wildlife Veterinary Hospital. These
programs are dedicated to returning as many injured or sick animals back into
the wild and prevent animal populations from even needing rehabilitation help in
the first place. The sanctuary also offers lots of educational programs
dedicated to teaching visitors about wildlife conservation efforts. In a state
that treasures their unique wildlife, Tasmania’s has an urgent need to care for
their native animals and ensure preservation of Tasmania’s unique ecosystem.
Jessica Tam
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