Ten years after their reintroduction, western quolls and brushtail possums are thriving in the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. The reintroduction, part of a larger conservation effort, involved the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) capturing and releasing 135 quolls and 30 possums. These species hold cultural significance for the Adnyamathanha people. Once extinct in the region, the quolls were last seen in the 1880s, while possums disappeared in the 1940s. With ongoing habitat restoration, they are breeding in safer areas of the park, showcasing the success of conservation initiatives.
We're seeing a wonderful recovery of these culturally significant species in their natural habitat, showcasing successful conservation efforts and the resilience of wildlife in the Ikara-Flinders Ranges.
The presence of the western quolls and brushtail possums after a decade highlights the importance of habitat restoration and the dedication of conservation programs in reviving native wildlife.
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