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How Australian conservationists’ tunnel vision lets turtles swim to freedom

How Australian conservationists’ tunnel vision lets turtles swim to freedom



Creating a fox-proof haven for endangered eastern quolls required a high, encircling fence. But what about the other wildlife?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEastern long-necked turtles are known for their “ridiculously cute grin”, says Nick Dexter, and a much less charming ability to release a pungent stink to ward of predators.But what they’re not good at, unsurprisingly, is climbing fences.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/sep/08/australia-turtle-conservation-endangered-species

Author : Graham Readfearn Environment and climate correspondent

Publish date : 2024-09-07 20:00:28

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