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A fully feathered baby magpie on the ground is often a normal fledgling still being fed by its parents. This Australia-specific guide explains how to tell a fledgling from a nestling, when to move or rescue the bird, what to do after cat or dog contact, how to re-nest a young chick, who to call, and when current H5 bird-flu guidance means you should not touch the bird at all.
Blue-tongue lizards are not venomous or poisonous to dogs and cats; the bigger risk is usually the pet injuring the lizard. This Australia-specific guide explains what to do when a blue-tongue appears in your yard, how to separate pets safely, when a lizard bite needs veterinary attention, why long-distance relocation is a bad idea, and how to make a backyard safer for both pets and native reptiles.
Possums are protected native wildlife, and roof-removal rules differ across Australia. This state-by-state guide explains when homeowners can trap a possum, when a permit or licensed removalist is required, how close the animal must be released, why long-distance relocation is often illegal and inhumane, and how to possum-proof a roof without trapping young inside.
