Rescue Aussie Wildlife
Caring for sick, injured and orphaned native animals with WIRES
From the iconic kangaroo to the mysterious platypus, Australia's animals are like no others on Earth.
But these fascinating creatures face significant threats that endanger their survival, such as pollution, habitat destruction, and the impact of climate change.
Despite these challenges, there are many efforts to protect and rehabilitate Australia's native wildlife.
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WIRES is GenKind’s charity partner for Wildlife Protection
WIRES is Australia’s largest wildlife rescue organisation.
WIRES has been rescuing and caring for sick, injured and orphaned native animals for over 35 years, and their mission is to actively rehabilitate and preserve Australian wildlife and inspire others to do the same.
WIRES assist wildlife and the community across Australia 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, providing rescue advice and assistance for over 130,000 animals annually.
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WIRES rescues and cares for over 100,000 animals each year, covering a wide range of species, from koalas and kangaroos to birds, reptiles, and marine life.
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During the catastrophic bushfires of 2019-2020, WIRES played a crucial role in rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife affected by the fires. Their efforts helped save countless animals and highlighted the importance of wildlife rescue organizations in times of crisis.
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WIRES collaborates with various organizations, including other wildlife rescue groups, government agencies, and research institutions, to enhance their capabilities and impact. These partnerships help improve rescue operations, share knowledge, and develop new strategies for wildlife conservation.
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WIRES continuously seeks innovative solutions to improve wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. They have invested in technology, such as drone surveillance, to locate and rescue animals in hard-to-reach areas, and they support research initiatives to advance wildlife care practices.
How WIRES help
Learn more about our native wildlife
Did you know that Kangaroos can leap over 3 meters in a single bound? Or that a group of koalas is called a "clowder" or "colony"? And that Platypuses can detect electric fields generated by the muscle contractions of their prey?
Click on the images to find more about Australia’s amazing creatures and what YOU can do to help them.
