Jun 27, 2017 | Conservation and welfare, Conservation of wildlife and their habitats, Research, Wildlife Conservation and tourism |
by Jen Na Rumney What is REALLY happening? With polarized comments like ‘the reef is dead’ to ‘the reef is fine’ it can be hard to understand what is really going on with Australia’s natural treasure. In a nutshell – the reef tourism experience can still be great but...
May 31, 2017 | Conservation and welfare, Events, Members' stories |
SWIM WITH WHALES AND HELP THE REEF! Each year on the northern Great Barrier Reef an extraordinary wildlife event takes place. Dwarf minke whales make their way into our warm, tropical waters and during this time show an incredible fascination with snorkelers....
Jan 4, 2017 | Conservation of wildlife and their habitats, Members' stories |
Bush meat a danger for wildlife and wildlife tourism Wildlife Tourism Australia member Wisdom Jonny of Ghana has sent the following: Despite the efforts of government in several African countries to convince native people to stop hunting animals in the wild for...
Mar 14, 2015 | Animal welfare, Conservation and welfare, Conservation of wildlife and their habitats, Guest posts |
Balloons that kill wildlife By guest writer Amy Motherwell For years we’ve seen the balloons go up at big events in news stories. In times of celebration and in sadness; hundreds of colours released into the air, seemingly no one considering what lies beyond that...
Oct 28, 2014 | Can wildlife tourism assist biodiversity conservation, Conservation of wildlife and their habitats, Members' stories, News, Wildlife Conservation and tourism |
Echidna Walkabout short-listed for international award – ***They Won! Get The Update Here WTA member Echidna Walkabout has been short-listed for an international award in responsible tourism, and even have their koala photo (see pic on right) heading the page of...
Jul 3, 2014 | Animal welfare, Conservation and welfare, Members' stories, News |
Moonlit Sanctuary leads the way with positive animal welfare Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park in Pearcedale, Victoria, has been recognized for meeting positive animal welfare outcomes. Recently assessed by the Zoo and Aquarium Association’s (ZAA)...
