Summary:
Discover the surprising impact of cats on Tasmania’s wildlife with our experts. Learn about their role, current management plans, and what it means to be a responsible cat owner.
Our Island is full of cat lovers, with one in four Tasmanians owned by a feline friend. But either as cherished companions, or cunning predators, cats play a complex role in our environment.
A domestic cat kills an average of 186 animals per year, and feral cats have even more capacity for harm. The impact of these beloved animals is profound, particularly on Tasmania’s small mammal populations, some of which are already on the brink of extinction.
Join the experts and discover more about the cat catastrophe. Find out about the impacts on Tasmania’s unique ecosystem, learn about current management plans and consider whether Tasmanians can be responsible cat owners.
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