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Brush-tailed bettongs are the ecosystem engineers helping South Australia's Yorke Peninsula

By ABC NEWS (Australia)

Published : Nov. 30, 2024 - 12:21

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An army of tiny engineers is undertaking an ambitious project to restore biodiversity on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula. The work is being done by a newly reintroduced population of bettongs. Researchers are watching closely to see how these furry workers are helping plants and animals bounce back after years of habitat loss.