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147 Bettongs Reintroduced to Combat Australia’s Extinction Crisis

8/5/2025

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After a century-long absence, 147 brush-tailed bettongs have been reintroduced to Mount Gibson by the Australian Wildlife Conservancy. This heartening initiative fights against Australia’s alarming mammal extinction crisis. With a vision to protect 5% of the country by 2035, AWC is committed to revitalizing habitats and nurturing native wildlife.

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Story summary

After a century-long absence, 147 brush-tailed bettongs have been reintroduced to Mount Gibson by the Australian Wildlife Conservancy. This heartening initiative fights against Australia’s alarming mammal extinction crisis. With a vision to protect 5% of the country by 2035, AWC is committed to revitalizing habitats and nurturing native wildlife.