The Wallaby Could Be Extinct In 20 Years!

Rocko’s family is at risk!
Dozens of rare species of wallaby, bandicoot and other Australian animals could become extinct within 20 years unless urgent action is taken, scientists have warned.
Tara Martin, a co-author of the revealing study says:

“We’re in the midst of a massive extinction event in Australia and the north has really been the last stronghold for many species of birds and mammals and reptiles.”

It says the most effective ways of combating the threat of extinction are to reduce the number of wild donkeys and goats that are competing with native species for scarce food and water, and to do more to combat wildfires that scorch the landscape.
It says attacks by feral cats should also be reduced by educating the community about the threat pets pose to small native animals, building fences, and by ending the poisoning of dingoes in the region.
Martin said some benefits from the proposed conservation efforts would be seen relatively quickly, while others would take several generations.