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AAT Kings Cares Our local projects
Kiwis
Rainbow Springs in New Zealand
Inspiring Journeys and AAT Kings support the conservation of New Zealand ’ s iconic native bird , the endangered kiwi .
• We contribute to the Kiwi Breeding Program in Rotorua to hatch and raise chicks , perform health checks and daily monitoring
• Donations assist with funding research into incubation and rearing
• The aim is to help raise awareness of the protection of the kiwi and act as a pivotal role in their survival
Tasmanian Devils
Save the Tasmanian Devil
Devil Facial Tumour Disease ( DFTD ) threatens the existence of this internationally-recognized icon .
• In some areas , more than 80 % of the Tasmanian devil population has been wiped out
• The threat to the devil due to DFTD continues to spread
• Significant advances in the Insurance Population and protecting isolated populations , are enabling a new phase in the species ’ conservation and recovery in the wild
Koalas
Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors
The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital at Australia Zoo in Queensland , is dedicated to saving Australia ’ s many native species .
• It is the largest and busiest wildlife facility of its kind in the world
• Caring for one koala costs an average of $ 1,500
• The facility treats about 800 koalas each year
• The hospital helps rehabilitate and care for injured and orphaned koalas in addition to other animals
• Donations contribute to an eco-friendly facility to house them
For more information and details on how you can support the foundation , visit TreadRight . org