Freshwater crayfish, frogs with pockets, and native gum trees are among dozens of species added to Australia's list of threatened species.
  • The Australian government has announced funding for the conservation of the maugean skate, a critically endangered species impacted by salmon farming and hydro electricity.
  • The government urges the salmon industry and Tasmanian government to clean up Macquarie Harbour to ensure the survival of the maugean skate.
  • The announcement comes as part of the government’s efforts to prevent further species extinctions, with 48 new or upgraded listings on Threatened Species Day.
  • The Black Summer bushfires have had a significant impact on many threatened species.
  • The government has also released recovery plans for other critically endangered species, including the maugean skate, and listed 16 species of native spiny crayfish as threatened.