WAWA Conservation

A genetic perspective, saving the Bengal Florican (and figuring out who’s related to who)

Fewer than 100 Bengal floricans remain in Cambodia, and their genetics are starting to show it. This project uses DNA analysis to guide conservation breeding and protect what little diversity is left. Supported by Wawa, it combines fieldwork, lab science, and collaboration to give this unusual grassland bird a fighting chance.

Protecting Fitzroy River turtle nests (and defending them from some very unexpected thieves)

Protecting the endangered Fitzroy River turtle means tackling extreme nest predation and boosting hatchling survival. In Central Queensland, Turtles of CQ Ltd are leading hands-on conservation, supported by the WAWA Small Grant Programme. From “bum-breathing” biology to unexpected predators, this project highlights practical, science-driven solutions for threatened freshwater turtles.

The Aye-Aye: Madagascar’s Quirkiest Nocturnal Primate

With its bizarre looks and fascinating biological traits, the aye-aye is a testament to the wonders of evolution and the diversity of life on Earth.

The Numbat: Nature’s Striped Marvel

This fascinating creature, characterised by its distinctive stripes and termite-based diet, plays a crucial role in the ecosystem. This article delves into the life, habitat, and conservation efforts surrounding the numbat, highlighting why it is essential to preserve this remarkable species.

Back From The Dead, The Westerners Said – The Chacoan Peccary’s remarkable return from extinction.

Saving the venom: conservation efforts to protect the Hispaniolan Solenodon

The Hispaniolan Solenodon is a shrew-like mammal that has been around since the age of the dinosaurs. They are found only on the island of Hispaniola in the Dominican Republic and also in parts of southern Haiti. They tend to live in moist forest areas.

The Sunda Pangolin – Defender of the Realm

It is vital that modern trafficking is halted as soon as possible to ensure the Sunda pangolin’s continued existence as a species. With enough immediate action we may be able to prevent our tiny knights from going extinct, like so many animals before them.

The Long-beaked Echidna: a rather peculiar mammal

On top of being adorable, these animals are quite unique in many aspects. All four species of echidna, along with their close relatives, the platypus, are known as monotremes, and they are the only mammals to lay eggs rather than give birth to live young.

An Electrifying Creature: Proteus Anguinus

The entirely aquatic salamander, known as the olm (Proteus anguinus), is Europe’s most impressive cave-dwelling vertebrate. Or, more accurately, it is Europe’s only cave-dwelling vertebrate.

The Philippine Eagle and the Philippine Eagle Foundation

The Philippine eagle is one of the largest and rarest eagles in the world. This avian wonder is critically endangered and at risk of being lost from our world forever. Habitat loss and human conflict has meant that the remaining 400 pairs can only be found on four islands in the Philippines.

The scalloped hammerhead shark and the Galapagos Conservation Trust

In the past 30 years, the scalloped hammerhead shark population in the Atlantic Ocean has declined by 95%. Devastatingly, last year, they were listed as critically endangered due to its decimated population. If we lose the scalloped hammerhead from our oceans, not only will there be devastating effects on the marine ecosystem, we will have lost a unique piece of biodiversity that cannot be replaced.

The saiga antelope and The Saiga Conservation Alliance

The saiga antelope is in danger of going extinct in our lifetimes. In 2015 the population faced a devastating blow when 80% of their population died suddenly of an unknown illness. Despite this decimating blow, the saiga somehow survived, but recent funding cuts mean this critically endangered species is running out of time. They simply cannot afford another hit.