Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional, NSW tracks platypus and rakali populations with monitoring project
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional, NSW Platypus Rakali Monitoring
In Progress
Volunteer monitors find tips on where to locate local platypus and rakali populations on the project's website. An online survey allows citizen scientists to record sightings including date, time, animal health, and location. The Platypus and Rakali Citizen Science Monitoring Program website includes an interactive map and monthly sighting statistics. Council officials use the data to monitor wildlife health, typically a bellwether for water quality issues and overdevelopment.
Project Succeeded
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional won the Habitat and Wildlife Conservation Award at the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Sustainable Cities 2020 Awards.
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