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Caring for wildlife but suffering themselves

A kangaroo found in 2015 with an arrow in its neck (AAP)

A kangaroo found in 2015 with an arrow in its neck (AAP) Source: A kangaroo found in 2015 with an arrow in its neck (AAP)

There are fears emotional strain, physical demands and financial burdens are taking a significant toll on volunteers in the wildlife-care sector. Analysists suggest the traumatic nature of the work could even discourage others from volunteering in the future.


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There are fears emotional strain, physical demands and financial burdens are taking a significant toll on volunteers in the wildlife-care sector. Analysists suggest the traumatic nature of the work could even discourage others from volunteering in the future.



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