

Audio long read: These animals are racing towards extinction. A new home might be their last chance
Sep 29, 2023
Researchers are trialling the controversial strategy of assisted migration to save the endangered swamp tortoise. The aim is to test whether the animals can tolerate cooler climates and ensure their species' future. Attitudes towards assisted migration are changing, and similar projects are being conducted to protect animals at risk from climate change. The podcast discusses the concept of assisted migration and its potential benefits for endangered species, including cases of egg-laying reptiles, green sea turtles, mountain pygmy possums, and black-footed albatross chicks. Efforts to protect the swamp tortoise, its challenges, and uncertainties for juvenile tortoises are also explored.
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