The Wildlife Victoria Team

Did You Know?

Over the last 12 months:

• We responded to 60,000 calls for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.
• Volunteers were required for 70% of calls, 30% are for advice alone.
• Volunteers actively aided 28,387 different animals.
• 90% of our active volunteers were utilised, including 330 veterinary clinics.
• The Melbourne metropolitan area accounted for 79% of all cases.
• The top wildlife in need: Ringtail/Brushtail Possum, Kangaroo and Birds.
• The top three circumstances of calls: found on the ground, hit by vehicle and attacked by a cat.
• The top three suburbs/towns: Frankston, Melbourne and Warrnambool.