Australian mammal extinctions

"Where cats and foxes are abundant, there should be fewer native mammals."

"Tragically, Australia is the world leader in mammal extinctions. About 40 species have gone extinct in the 238 years since European colonisation began, and nearly 80 species are now imperilled. It’s essential we understand what factors caused these extinctions and ongoing decline."
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https://theconversation.com/yes-feral-cats-and-foxes-really-have-driven-many-australian-mammals-to-extinction-273344

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Pax seems very sad tonight, as perhaps you are, too. The state of the world is bringing us all down.😢

Let's lean on each other and help one another through this terrible time. Goodnight, or good day to you! Take good care of yourself and your loved ones. Keep safe.💖

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