On-Demand AVCB Webinar | Private Wildlife Conservation – A case study of Parma Wallaby translocations and reintroductions | Prof George Wilson
13 August, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 14 August, 2026 @ 9:00 pm AEST
Free - $50.00
Parma wallabies, once believed to be extinct, were rediscovered in the 1960s. Today, they survive in parts of Australia and New Zealand, but remain vulnerable to extinction due to fox predation and habitat degradation.
Establishing additional “insurance” populations—in predator-free reserves, zoos, or private sanctuaries—is essential to their long-term survival. However, successful translocations require healthy individuals and well-managed processes for capture, transport, and release, all designed to reduce stress and maximise survival.
This presentation concludes with consideration of barriers to creating more safe havens and practical recommendations for strengthening the role of zoos and private sanctuaries in supporting national conservation efforts and ensuring a future for threatened species like the Parma wallaby.
The AVCB Annual Meeting will be held prior to this webinar.
Who should attend
Veterinarians, Veterinary Students, New-Graduates
Further details
Please note this on-demand webinar is free for AVCB members.
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Our speakers
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- Prof George Wilson
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George Wilson is an Honorary Professor at the Australian National University’s Fenner School of Environment and Society and leads Australian Wildlife Services, a consultancy integrating biodiversity conservation with sustainable agriculture. His work spans public policy and scientific research, earning him recognition as a Member of the Order of Australia (2021) for contributions to wildlife conservation, community service, and veterinary science. Wilson holds a Master’s in Veterinary Science and a PhD in Zoology and is also a commercial pilot experienced in wildlife aerial surveys. His expertise includes animal welfare and quarantine policy, threatened species conservation, and the sustainable management of kangaroos, with a strong emphasis on biodiversity in agriculture and wildlife ecology.