Australia’s oceans and rivers are home to an enormous variety of aquatic wildlife and habitats. Many of Australia’s marine and freshwater species are found nowhere else on earth. Sadly, however, many of these unique species are now threatened with extinction.
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The grey nurse shark, often called ‘the Labrador of the sea’ because of its gentle nature, is one of our most endangered marine creatures. Less than 500 sharks remain off the east coast of Australia. Scientists predict that the grey nurse shark is facing extinction within 20 years.
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Marine turtles are magnificent creatures that have survived on our planet for over 100 million years. Of the seven species of marine turtles in the world today, six are listed as endangered.
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Seahorses are fascinating and mysterious marine creatures and Australia is home to more species than any other country in the world. However, around the world, wild populations are under threat from over-collection for human use and some populations are estimated to have been reduced by as much as 50%.
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The Fund is a ground breaking initiative which promises to provide new hope for aquatic wildlife by: |
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Supporting projects which protect and restore the population of threatened marine and freshwater species |
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Supporting research which will help unlock the secrets to survival for our endangered aquatic life
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Promoting public awareness of the threats to our aquatic ecosystems
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Australia’s aquatic wildlife is under threat. Grey nurse sharks, marine turtles, seahorses and other animals are disappearing. However, with your support, we can save Australia’s aquatic wildlife.
Please give generously to help conserve Australia’s unique aquatic animals and their habitats. Donations are tax deductible.
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Coastal development and over clearing of lands leads to sedimentation of inshore reef systems. 68% of coastal wetlands have been drained and in filled.
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