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JOY Drive

29 Jul 2024

Koala Cuddling: Close up encounters inc. Selfies with wildlife may be doing more harm than we realise

Animals, Natural Sciences, News & Politics, Places & Travel, Science & Medicine

Koala Cuddling: Close up encounters inc. Selfies with wildlife may be doing more harm than we realise

Celebrities, politicians and tourists have long coveted a selfie with Australia’s cutest and cuddliest animals including the quokka and koala; however, recent research suggests these close-up encounters, especially those with an element of touch, may be causing more harm than good.

Guest:  Dr Sally Sherwen is acting CEO and Director of Wildlife Conservation & Science at Zoos Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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