Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope
The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.
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"It's not even a case of imagining it, it's happening in front of our own eyes."
— Euan Ritchie , Academic
Key People
Professor Euan Ritchie is a researcher discussing biodiversity and extinction issues in Australia.
Rob McLean is the president of the Numbat Taskforce, a volunteer group dedicated to conserving numbats.
Dr Tony Friend is a conservationist known for his work with numbats in Western Australia.
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The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.
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