Jack Hurd and Sir Andrew Steer
February 17, 2026
Australia is famous for its wildlife, with more than 40% unique native species. But more than one in ten species have gone extinct in the past 200 years, and around 21% are currently under threat. Australia’s mammals have been hit particularly hard. The government is now taking steps to prevent further species extinctions.
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Jack Hurd and Sir Andrew Steer
February 17, 2026