The Dusky Hopping Mouse (Notomys fuscus) is a small, desert rodent with large ears, dark eyes and a long, bushy tail. It is distinguished from other mice by a well-developed throat patch found in both sexes. It has been described as one of Australia’s most attractive rodents (Watts and Aslin 1981).

The Central Rock-rat is one of five native Australian rock-rat species.

In regions where Common Brushtail Possum are rare, AWC protects them at its sanctuaries and partnership areas.

AWC is developing a targeted survey program for threatened species like the Kowari on NAPCo properties in remote Queensland.

AWC has formed a partnership with the Queensland Government to help conserve this species and establish new populations.

Fire management and feral predator control help to protect glider populations on AWC sanctuaries and partnership sites.

AWC helps protect a population of Kangaroo Island Dunnarts on Kangaroo Island.

AWC protects an established population of Shark Bay Mouse on Faure Island.