The Hidden Crisis: How Habitat Destruction Is Pushing Mandurah’s Wildlife to the Brink—And How You Can Help
- Chloe Willows
- Mar 31
- 2 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Mandurah’s wildlife is in trouble—but there’s hope. Every day, native animals are being displaced, injured, or killed due to habitat loss, car strikes, and human expansion. But thanks to Mandurah Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and a growing movement of wildlife-conscious locals, we’re seeing real change.
The good news? There are immediate actions we can take to protect and restore our local wildlife.
How You Can Help Right Now
Plant native trees and shrubs – Even a small backyard filled with native plants provides food and shelter for birds, possums, and pollinators.
Drive with caution in wildlife zones – Many animals, including kangaroos and echidnas, are most active at dawn and dusk.
Keep pets contained – Domestic cats and dogs are a leading cause of death for small native species.
Create safe wildlife spaces – Leaving logs, tree hollows, and natural bush in your garden can give small animals a place to hide and forage.
Support Mandurah Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre – Donate, volunteer, or even share our message to help save more animals.
These actions may seem small, but collectively, they create a massive impact. Every tree planted, every mindful decision made, and every conversation started helps secure a future for Mandurah’s wildlife.
At Mandurah Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, we see the impact of these threats every day. But we also see incredible success stories that prove we can make a difference.
The Crisis: Why Our Wildlife Is Disappearing
While the work being done at the Centre and in the community is making a difference, the reality is that Mandurah’s native animals are facing a fight for survival.
• Land clearing for development is stripping away crucial habitats. Possums, black cockatoos, echidnas, and bandicoots are being forced into urban areas where they struggle to survive.
• Loss of native vegetation is cutting off critical food sources, leaving many species malnourished or displaced.
• Fencing and urban barriers disrupt natural migration routes, making it harder for animals to find safe areas to live.
• Climate change is pushing wildlife to the brink, with rising temperatures, droughts, and extreme weather making survival even tougher.
Wildlife Success Stories: Proof That Change Works
Despite the challenges, we’re witnessing remarkable recoveries and releases:
• Wildlife are continually being rehabilitated and returned to the wild after suffering injuries from habitat loss and human activity.
• Orphaned Kangaroos and birds, nurtured back to health and released, giving them a second chance after their mothers were lost.
These stories highlight the resilience of our wildlife and the power of community action, expert care, and conservation efforts.
Mandurah Is Becoming More Wildlife-Friendly—Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
More people in our community are choosing to protect instead of destroy. Whether it’s planting native gardens, reducing tree clearing, or supporting rehabilitation efforts, Mandurah is proving that people care.
But we need to keep pushing for change.
Follow Mandurah Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre on social media, donate, or volunteer. Every action, big or small, helps build a future where wildlife and people can coexist.
The fight to protect Mandurah’s wildlife isn’t over—but with your help, we can win.
