'Game-changer': Tracking collars help monitor vulnerable koala populations

Innovative tracking collars help researchers monitor south-east Queensland koala populationsLBy Liz GwynnTopic:Endangered and Protected SpeciesPosted Sat 25 Jul 2026 at 7:05amSat 25 Jul 2026 at 7:05amSat 25 Jul 2026 at 7:05amLoading...In short:Researchers are using thermal drones and tracking collars to monitor koala populations in south-east Queensland.The technology is helping to find and treat sick animals in Burbank, where a program is underway to combat declining koala numbers.The program, which has been running for 18 months, has resulted in the birth of two joeys.abc.net.au/news/tracking-collars-monitor-qld-koala-populations/106938890Link copiedShareShare articleThermal drones and innovative tracking collars are a "game-changer" for researchers who are addressing declining koala…

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