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In Australia, the western quoll, a crucial yet small marsupial once on the brink of extinction, is making a significant recovery thanks to the work of conservationists. The species, which had nearly vanished from the country, is showing signs of a comeback.
Researchers at the Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary have made a promising discovery—newborn quolls—indicating that conservation efforts are succeeding.

Also called the chuditch, the western quoll is a marsupial about the size of a cat and plays a critical role in regulating the ecosystem by feeding on smaller animals such as insects, birds, and reptiles. Though these quolls were once widespread across Australia, their population plummeted following European settlement. Now, they are confined to small pockets in the southwest.

A team of researchers has been actively working to reintroduce the species to its natural habitat. Over the past few months, several quolls have been released into the Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary, an area where they had once disappeared. The recent discovery of baby quolls suggests that the species is thriving and adapting well to the environment.

Georgina Anderson, a Senior Field Ecologist with the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC), expressed her optimism: “Through regular monitoring, we’re seeing that the quolls are settling in well at the sanctuary, and the sight of pouch young is a strong indication they’re adjusting to their new surroundings.”

One quoll in particular, named Aang, has gained attention for his distinct appearance and curious behavior, frequently showing up on camera traps.
This encouraging development marks significant progress in the effort to conserve western quolls. With ongoing dedication, the hope is that these animals will not only survive but gradually spread across the continent once again.
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