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Elodie Camprasse, Research fellow in spider crab ecology, Deakin University

With hundreds of call-outs every day, wildlife rescue services can help us understand the threats to our native animals

Elodie Camprasse, Author provided

Imagine coming across an injured kangaroo on the side of the road. Or a bat entangled in fruit tree netting. Would you know who to call to get help?

After a quick search, you find the number of your local wildlife rescue service and give them a call. A trained operator gathers the information they need to assess your case and coordinate rescue and rehabilitation if needed.

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