School Children Save Endangered Pygmy Possums With Homemade “Bogong Biscuits”
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📰 The quick summary: Local school children in New South Wales have helped the endangered mountain pygmy possum population recover to nearly 1,000 animals by creating special ‘Bogong Biscuits’ as emergency food during drought periods.
📈 One key stat: The endangered mountain pygmy possum population has rebounded from a low of 700 to almost 1,000 animals, demonstrating how targeted conservation efforts can save a species from potential extinction.
💬 One key quote: “If we hadn’t fed the possums, they would have dropped down to 500,” said Dr. Broome.
1️⃣ The big picture: The endangered mountain pygmy possum has made a remarkable recovery in Australia’s Snowy Mountains region. Following the devastating 2017 drought and 2020 bushfires, the tiny marsupial’s population had fallen to dangerous lows of around 700 individuals. These unique alpine specialists, weighing just 40 grams, are the only Australian mammals that hibernate under snow. Conservation efforts have helped the species rebound to nearly 1,000 animals, returning their numbers to pre-crisis levels in Kosciuszko National Park.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Students from local New South Wales schools became unexpected conservation heroes for this endangered species. When the drought severely impacted the Bogong moth population—a critical food source for the possums—children from Berridale, Jindabyne, Cooma, and Adaminaby schools stepped up by creating nutritional “Bogong Biscuits.” These special treats made from macadamias, mealworm, and oils replicated the fat content found in moth larvae. The supplemental feeding program lasted two years until the natural vegetation recovered, preventing what could have been a catastrophic population decline to just 500 animals. Their work demonstrates how community involvement can make a significant difference in wildlife conservation efforts.
3️⃣ What’s next: Conservation efforts will likely continue monitoring the mountain pygmy possum population to ensure its continued stability. Researchers may focus on restoring the Bogong moth population, which remains a critical food source for the possums. Educational programs involving local schools could expand to create greater awareness about this unique species and other endangered wildlife in Australia’s alpine regions.
Read the full story here: Good News Network – School Kids Help Ensure Mountain Pygmy Possum Population Bounces Back in Australian Alps
