A snapshot of Bandicoot surveys in the Kimberley 👀 Using camera traps and live trapping, our team in the Kimberley have been monitoring bandicoots to build a population estimate and measure the impact of conservation actions. Two different species occur in the Kimberley - the Northern Brown Bandicoot, and the much rarer threatened Golden Bandicoot. However, they can be difficult to tell apart. Part of our ongoing survey work involves taking measurements and genetic (hair) samples from bandicoot

12K views · 465 reactions | Here an NPWS ranger releases a Long-nosed Bandicoot at North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park as part of an ongoing conservation program to bolster this endangered species' population. Surveys by NPWS and Saving our Species show the bandicoots are doing well. Population size, health and breeding success are being monitored, as well as threats such as habitat loss and predation by dogs and foxes. #NSWParks | NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service | Facebook

20K views · 498 reactions | Here's some good news 殺 A tiny nocturnal marsupial has become the first Australian species to be brought back from the brink of extinction. The eastern barred bandicoot is now on the endangered species list after successful breeding and release programs. MORE: https://ab.co/39amAjr | ABC Melbourne | Facebook