Flying-foxes are being shot in Queensland despite humane, proven alternatives. These native animals suffer slow deaths, orphaned pups, and ongoing population decline — even though exclusion netting works and is already used successfully in other states. *Download the submission template*Send…

If trees could talk, they’d probably say, “Help! I need to move out!” That’s because plants, unlike animals, can’t pack their bags and stroll off to greener pastures. So how do they spread, grow, and colonise new areas? Enter: Seed…

Since 2000, habitat restoration in the Ku-ring-gai Flying-fox Reserve has evolved from using small plastic sleeves and cages to building larger exclosures that successfully protect native seedlings from swamp wallaby browsing. Despite challenges from storms, floods, and fallen trees, these…

Marjorie Beck was a tireless champion for flying-foxes and the natural environment. Her dedication to conservation, education, and advocacy made a lasting impact on both wildlife and the community. Through hands-on work, public outreach, and political lobbying, she played a…

Susan Parrish Smith is an American-Australian wildlife carer dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of flying-foxes. Living in the Sydney’s Northern Beaches for the last 13 years, Susan has years of experience and a deep passion for protecting these…

The journey and mystery of flying-foxes in South Australia Flying-foxes, large fruit bats essential to Australia’s ecosystems, are on the move. From historical sightings on Kangaroo Island to their recent surge across South Australia, the story of flying-foxes is one…

This year, Sydney’s Science in the Swamp and Science in the Scrub fairs drew crowds of all ages to explore the wonders of science and nature in fun, interactive settings. Science in the Swamp Held at Centennial Park, Science in…

Hot Australian summers are tough on everyone – including our flying-foxes. Temperatures over 43°C can lead to heat-related fatalities in our big bats, but even at a few degrees below this they begin experiencing issues caused by heat stress. Heatwaves…

Get a close look at grey-headed flying-foxes with the Wingham Brush Nature Reserve’s live bat cam, streaming daily from dawn to dusk. These vulnerable mammals are vital pollinators, and now you can observe their natural behavior from home. When to…

Why do we love bats? Read more below to find out just how amazing bats are! Our bats in Australia Australia has about 80 species of bats, including microbats and megabats. Microbat species weigh between 3g-150g, with their wingspan reaching…