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Extinct Olive Perchlet Returns to Victoria's Wetlands!

1/19/2025

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In a remarkable turn of events, the olive perchlet, once thought to be extinct, has returned to northern Victoria! With the release of 200 fish into Cameron's Creek, this restoration project unites traditional owners and agencies, breathing life into the Murray-Darling Basin's wetlands, vital for purifying water and nurturing diverse ecosystems.

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Story summary

In a remarkable turn of events, the olive perchlet, once thought to be extinct, has returned to northern Victoria! With the release of 200 fish into Cameron's Creek, this restoration project unites traditional owners and agencies, breathing life into the Murray-Darling Basin's wetlands, vital for purifying water and nurturing diverse ecosystems.