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Holly Cope, Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Sydney

Saving burned or injured animals draws our sympathy. But some don't survive after release. Here's why

Associate Professor Catherine Herbert, Author provided

Every year, Australia’s wildlife volunteers devote time, effort and their own money to rescue, rehabilitate and release tens of thousands of native animals. Their efforts get a lot of media attention, particularly after huge disasters like the megafires of the 2019 Black Summer.

Readers will remember vivid images of koalas being rescued along with efforts to provide food to survivors in burnt habitats.

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