John Woinarski

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Australia’s Native Wildlife Struggles Against Invasive Species

The largest driver of native species loss in Australia is invasives, but innovative approaches might be able to help. Invasive species are one of the leading causes of extinction around the world. This could not be more true than in Australia where research published in the Pacific Conservation Biology journal in September suggested that the risk invasive species pose to native flora and fauna is […]

Written by on February 1, 2019

Extinction Rate in Australia Signals Need for Conservation

Australia is known for its unique ecosystems that support an array of wildlife. However, over 1,800 plant, animal, and ecological communities in the region face extinction right now. Two years ago, the Bramble Cay Melomys was the first mammal to go extinct as a direct result of climate change. Perhaps this extinction could have been […]

Written by on February 22, 2018