Unfortunately, wombats are one of the top species impacted by animal-vehicle collisions in Australia. Car strikes are also one of the leading reasons that wombats are rescued. It is a common enough story: a pouch check of a road-struck female wombat reveals a vulnerable joey needing specialised care which is...
The commercial trade in wild animals is a multibillion-dollar industry that threatens the survival of many species and results in the inhumane treatment of countless animals every year. Humane Society International is opposed to the commercialisation of wildlife because it is a key driver of species endangerment and animal cruelty.
This report proposes stronger measures for wildlife trade in Australia’s legal regime to minimise these risks.
