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What should I do if I find an injured
or sick animal? - Only attempt to help an animal if the situation is safe and the animal
is unlikely to harm you. Be careful on roads and look after yourself.
If the situation is too dangerous, seek assistance from someone who can
help. Never attempt to pick-up a snake or a bat (bats can carry a virus
similar to rabies).
- Wrap the animal gently in a towel, and if possible, place it in a
box to keep warm and dry. Make sure that broken limbs or wings are not
bent.
- For some species (kangaroos and koalas) and dangerous animals
(snakes and bats) it’s best to just stand guard and wait for professional
help.
- Call your local wildlife organisation (listed in the phone book).
- Assume that all animals may try to bite or scratch, so use gloves
or thick blankets when handling them.
- If you come across an animal that’s already dead on the road, move
it well off to the side - that way you may save another life. There are
many birds of prey that will feed on roadkill, but they are at risk from
approaching traffic.
More Information Here’s
where to go for more great information about Australian wildlife: Australia Zoo: http://www.australiazoo.com.au/ Reedy's Reptiles: http://www.reedysreptiles.com/ Northern Territory Government: http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/
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