Plants and animals
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Animals
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Plants
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Endangered or threatened wildlife
Queensland's native plants and animals are unique and a valuable part of our state's rich biodiversity. Yet some of these species have declined in numbers and are even threatened with extinction.
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Caring for wildlife
Advice on handling, and caring for, injured wildlife.
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Wildlife permits, regulations and funding
A licensing and permitting system helps to protect native wildlife from being used in ways that are not sustainable and from the impacts of exotic species.
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Wildlife zones and habitats
As our human settlements expand people are coming into contact with wildlife more often, There are things you can do to ensure the ongoing safety and wellbeing of Queensland’s unique wildlife.
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Reporting an injured or dead animal
If you come across an injured animal contact the RSPCA on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625).
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Rainforests
Every broad rainforest type is found in Australia–the driest inhabited continent on earth. While rainforest makes up 5% of the country's forest, it covers only 2 million hectares or 0.3% of the continent.
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Removal of snakes, possums and pests
Find a local snake catcher through our hotline 1300 130 372.
