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25.01.2022 Just a little reminder that tonight in the Cairns CBD there will be fireworks at 7pm. Some animals such as birds and bats might get a little frightened and find themselves in trouble. If you come across any wildlife in need dont forgot to give us a call on 0742816869 And remember please don't touch any bats or snakes!!

23.01.2022 Our wonderful Carer Kim was called to a rescue of a ‘baby wallaby’ during the week, it had been found in a backyard. On arrival Kim walked up the stairs with a small pouch . When the lady saw it she said’ you will need a bigger one than that’! Kim looked in her arms and there was a big juvenile wallaby. A larger pouch was retrieved from the car and the wallaby taken straight to the vet. His very swollen face suggested head injury which would explain his calmness. He also had a dislocated shoulder. He was in care for 4 days, got a clean bill of health and went to soft release. He immediately got out for a hop around and made friends with the other two wallabies there. He will have a wonderful life with new friends

23.01.2022 Time do put those thinking hats on Can you guess what native animal this is by just its x-ray?? Hint: Only just discovered in a small pocket in FNQ!!

23.01.2022 Have you ever seen a bat on powerlines? Did you know that you can call us if you see one? Yes a lot of the time the bats have unfortunately been electrocuted. But sometimes they survive!!! Sometimes the bat is just stunned and sometimes babies even fall off their mum and land on powerlines!!!! Yesterday two amazing rescues in Kuranda answered the call to a bat stuck on powerlines. Unfortunately her and her unborn baby didn't make it. But a HUGE Thank You to both Patrick and Gaby our amazing rescuers and also the crew from Ergon.

23.01.2022 WOW! In such a short time we have had a lot of interest in this little bird. The answer is a Brown Quail chick. Native to Australia, they are normally found in tall grass around swampy areas. Unfortunately for this little one something killed its family, but he is now with a experienced carer. We have included a picture of an adult female. A bit more growing to do!!

22.01.2022 The bush-stone curlews are large, mainly nocturnal ground-dwelling birds, they are capable of flight, but rely on the camouflage of their plumage to evade detection during the day. This is a juvenile bush-stone curlew and unfortunately it flew into a yard containing a dog. Luckily the owner could rescue it and call a carer, a vet visit and now daily medication to prevent infections and rest, we are hopeful for a recovery and eventually be released back into home area. Wildlife Carers FNQ - Wildlife Rescue Queensland----- (07) 4281 6869

21.01.2022 Watch out babies about!!! This is a very busy time for Mother Nature as many babies are being born. This is no exception for the Cassowary. Elvis one of the many resident cassowaries of Kuranda has already been spotted with his newly hatched chicks!! Unfortunately last year he lost all four, three due to car strikes on the same stretch of road!! We urge all road uses if you see the yellow signs (like the one below) to please slow down as you have or are about to enter an animal crossing area and even slowing down a little can save a life.

21.01.2022 Did you know that today is World Cassowary Day!! So this week we will be providing our followers with information on how they can help this amazing and important species. As well as proving fun facts and answering your questions about them, so if you have any questions put them in the comments below!!

20.01.2022 For World Cassowary Day I thought I would show the amazing feet of the cassowary. Cassowary feet have three toes, with the inside toe bearing a large dagger-shaped claw which can be up to 120mm long A fully-grown adult female southern cassowary can weigh up to 80kg, can run at a speed of 50kph, can jump 1.5-2m into the air and simultaneously kick with its foot, directing the dagger-length toe towards any chosen objective. But isn't that foot magnificent? Oh and we're so lucky... that cassowaries are normally shy and would sooner hide in the forest then have a confrontation with humans. But always a good idea to have respect for the cassowary and don't harass them. Hope you had a good day! To report a southern cassowary sighting or incident please call 1300 130 372. To report other sick or injured wildlife PLEASE CALL RESCUE HOTLINE: (07) 42816869 Wildlife Carers FNQ - Wildlife Rescue Queensland

18.01.2022 I found this poor Mumma at 8am dead on powerlines. Very alive pup on her. Extremely anxious wait for Ergon energy to come to the rescue while hawks and kookaburras are flying over. Everyone please keep everything X for this little one to get down safely

18.01.2022 A big Shout Out and Thanks to Gordonvale State High School for looking out for our native Wildlife and supporting this amazing group of dedicated Carers.

18.01.2022 We had a call out this morning for a Flying Fox badly trapped in barb wire fencing. First thing was to make a sling for her to take the pressure off the barbs pulling on her wing membranes and a little drink of juice. Luckily the owners of the fence were happy to let us cut the wire so we could remove her from the 5 barbs her wings were entangled in safely on the ground. It was an intense hour with 2 of our carers slowly but surely freeing her. She spent the morning at the v...ets and is now in care. Her wings are rather a mess, she has sutures and will be on antibiotics and pain relief for up to 2 weeks. Not out of the woods yet as her ability to be released all depends on how well her wings heal. Fingers X for this beautiful girl If you have barbed wire on your property please consider wildlife friendly fencing instead. Barb wire causes such horrific injuries We are licensed and vaccinated carers. Please do not touch bats if you see one injured for alone. Call us on 4281 6869

17.01.2022 Legendary rescuer Tina was called for a flying fox rescue at one of our beaches. She discovered this poor boy stuck in a rooftop aerial. Too high to climb the fantastic Fire Brigade were called to assist. As usual they did an awesome job rescuing our injured Wildlife. The little man has lost a few teeth in his efforts to free himself and has many lacerations to his sweet little face. He will be in care with Tina until he has healed enough to be released back to the wild. Well done all

14.01.2022 I think there is a misconception out there that being a wildlife carer and rescuer is all about having a cute, fluffy native animal to care for. Well I hate to burst that bubble but sometimes you just wish you didn’t go and do your daily check. Today we did our usual checks and it was not a site you wish to come across. On a 50 km local street there was a dead wallaby in the middle of the road, I could tell it’s gender as it’s bodily contents had been catapulted at least 7m a...head of the hit and the it was obviously dragged by the vehicle about 4m. On surveying the site I spotted a good sized pinky Joey on the opposite side of the road that had been thrown possibly 5m from impact site. It would have been killed on impact with both legs and hip broken. This was by no means an accident as the force would indicate speeding and a deliberate hit. I am posting the photos as a stark reminder for people to slow down in known wildlife areas (Joey was placed with mum and both removed from road). If you find injured or orphaned wildlife please call our 24hour hotline 0742816869 See more

14.01.2022 My new foster Mummy rescued me from high in the treetops in a cherry picker where my mum left me. It was a really hot day and I was very thirsty and tired. Two attempts were made to reunite with my real Mummy but she never returned Now my new Mummy can’t think of a name for me ... Can you please help her? Most likes wins Ps I am a little girl See more

12.01.2022 Update--she has been found and safely back with her carer. Thanks everyone. Have you seen me?? Morning my name is Jill I’m about shin height on a human. I was to quick for my foster mummy today and got out of her yard it Redlynch Valley around Quoll Close.... I’m still young and need special milk. If you find me please ring 0447301825 or (07) 4281 6869 See more

12.01.2022 URGENT PLEASE HELP ME GET BACK TO MY MUMMY!!!

11.01.2022 Sometimes carers can have trouble finding the correct identification for baby birds. Can you guess what I am??

10.01.2022 Cassowary calls? When cassowaries want to communicate they produce a call. Many people describe it as a low rumble, or booming noise through the rainforest. And many report having felt vibrations going through their bodies as they hear the call. These calls can even be heard up to 5km away from the animal making them!! Have you ever heard a cassowary call? What did it sound like to you? Did you feel a vibration through your body??

10.01.2022 Did you know that there are three species of Cassowary?? In Australia we only have the Southern Cassowary. The largest of the three species. They can not only be found in Australia but also in Indonesia and New Guinea. The other two species of cassowary is the Northern Cassowary and the Dwarf Cassowary. That are only found in Indonesia and New Guinea!!

06.01.2022 I’m home!! Thank You to all the humans that shared my story and kept an eye out for me. And a big Thank You to the two humans who found me and called my foster mummy. I really enjoyed my adventure but glad to be home and enjoying some cuddles!!

05.01.2022 When you're out growing your room but don't want to leave. Agile wallaby and her, almost at foot joey.

02.01.2022 Not sure what to do this morning. Why not pop down to the Woree markets and say "Hello" we are here till 1pm

02.01.2022 Update on the powerline pup! After 3 nail biting hours waiting for the little boy to be rescued by the awesome Ergon Energy, he is now safe and sound, hydrated and snuggled up in an ICU

01.01.2022 FEEDING TIME!! We often get asked about feeding wildlife. Unfortunately hand feeding native wildlife often ends badly for the wildlife. They often end up relying on people for food and seeking them out. And can even become aggressive when denied food. We NEVER encourage feeding wild cassowaries as this can cause them to head towards roads and people endangering themselves and others.

01.01.2022 Our lovely carer Kim woke up with a strange feeling she was being watched Any ideas what this cheeky bub could be??