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# ARWH

Australian Registry of Wildlife Health

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.arwh.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Blog](https://www.arwh.org/interesting-cases/blog/) - Welcome to the Registry blog.
- [2024 Wildlife Necropsy Workshop: Cytology 101](https://www.arwh.org/2024-wildlife-necropsy-workshop-cytology-101/) - During 2024 the Registry hosted both the Wildlife Pathology Short Course and a pre-conference workshop for the Wildlife Disease Association. As part of these education programs we offered wildlife necropsy workshops, part of which was dedicated to the art of cytology. Here we present scanned slide images that were used during the workshops, and the
- [2024 Histopathology Master Class Case Material](https://www.arwh.org/2024-histopathology-master-class-case-material/) - As part of the Wildlife Health and Pathology Short Course held at Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia in February 2024, participants presented some interesting pathology cases at the Histopathology Master Class. Here we include case notes and a link to view slides. Many thanks to all contributors for the excellent case material and to all participants
- [Assessment, triage and treatment of bushfire affected wildlife](https://www.arwh.org/assessment-triage-and-treatment-of-bushfire-affected-wildlife/) - Taronga’s veterinary teams have extensive experience and expertise in treating and rehabilitating wildlife including in emergency response operations such as providing emergency shelter, medical care and rehabilitation of bushfire-affected wildlife. This E-learning module has been developed to provide expert knowledge through an accessible platform to increase the capacity of veterinarians and veterinary nurses to assess,
- [Project Profile: Amphibian Mortality Event](https://www.arwh.org/project-profile-amphibian-mortality-event/) - Since June 2021, the Registry has been receiving reports of mass mortalities in various frog species spanning across all of Australia, but most prominently QLD, NSW, and VIC. We've been working with the amazing team at the Australian Museum to get a handle on how big this event is and as of November 2021 we
- [Pied Currawong (Strepera versicolour) with ‘Black and White Bird Disease’](https://www.arwh.org/pied-currawong-strepera-versicolour-with-black-and-white-bird-disease/) - Registry Case Number TARZ-9586.1 HISTORY This male nestling (weight 217g) bird was found on the ground in the middle of a street in Mosman, NSW. Parents around, but rescuer concerned this bird would end up on the road again. The bird was euthanased. GROSS PATHOLOGY External examination: No lesions are visible. Hydration: good; Muscle mass: good;
- [Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) with severe Leucocytozoonosis](https://www.arwh.org/australian-magpie-gymnorhina-tibicen-with-severe-leucocytozoonosis/) - Registry case number TARZ_9585.1 HISTORY Juvenile fledgling magpies from the Nowra region in rehabilitation with experienced carers showing sudden onset inappetence, lethargy and death. All animals being reported with heavy throat worm loads. Some animals appear to recover slowly from the lethargy and begin to gain weight again but die suddenly, while others experience sudden onset
- [Project Profile: An emerging disease in Swamp Wallabies](https://www.arwh.org/project-profile-an-emerging-disease-in-swamp-wallabies/) - The Registry has recently been investigating ear lesions in Swamp Wallabies. The syndrome was first identified in swamp wallabies from southern NSW, but has since been confirmed in Swamp Wallabies from Sydney's northern beaches. We are interested to learn how far this syndrome has spread so if you have seen a case, get in touch!
- [Project profile: Returning the Eastern Quoll to mainland Australia](https://www.arwh.org/project-profile-returning-the-eastern-quoll-to-mainland-australia/) - In a project lead by Rewilding Australia and in partnership with Parks Australia (Booderee National Park), Devils@Cradle, Trowunna Wildlife Park, Australian National University, WWF-Australia, Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council, and Shoalhaven Landcare, The Registry is supporting efforts to return the eastern quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus) to the wild on mainland Australia. The Registry's role in the project
- [Project Profile: Lorikeet paralysis syndrome NSW & Qld](https://www.arwh.org/project-profile-lorikeet-paralysis-syndrome-nsw-qld/) - Lorikeet paralysis syndrome is a seasonal syndrome which has been occurring in eastern Australia for a number of years. This summer there has been a particularly high number of cases in northern NSW and southern Qld. The syndrome primarily affects rainbow lorikeets (Trichoglossus haematodus) but has also been reported in scaly-breasted lorikeets (Trichoglossus chlorolepidotus). Affected
- [Brown Antechinus (Antechinus stuartii) with multiple parasites and presumed herpesvirus](https://www.arwh.org/brown-antechinus-antechinus-stuartii-with-multiple-parasites-and-presumed-herpesvirus/) - Registry Case Number TARZ-9449.1 An adult male Antechinus (weight 4.3g) was captured overnight in an Elliott trap in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park during annual, routine wildlife tr apping surveys. When found at approximately 0550 the animal appeared lethargic. It was handled to determine sex and condition. The animal was alive but not reactive enough to
- [Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricate) with mycobacteriosis (M. marinum)](https://www.arwh.org/hawksbill-turtle-eretmochelys-imbricate-with-mycobacteriosis-m-marinum/) - Registry case number TARZ-9624.1 CASE HISTORY The sub-adult, male hawksbill turtle was found nearly dead on Shellharbour beach. The person who found the animal poured water over its head and it moved its flippers, but was profoundly weak and lethargic. The animal was transported to Taronga Wildlife Hospital where it was found to have erythematous
- [Brushtail Possum (Trichosurus vulpecular) with lymphosarcoma and leukaemia](https://www.arwh.org/brushtail-possum-trichosurus-vulpecular-with-lymphosarcoma-and-leukaemia/) - Registry Case ID TARZ-6926.1 (Prosector: Jane Hall, Pathologist: Dr Cheryl Sangster) CASE HISTORY: An adult, female brushtail possum (weight 2.456 kg) was rescued from a residential laundry by WIRES and brought to Taronga Wildlife Hospital for examination. The possum had been living in the laundry for 1 month and residents had been feeding it cat
- [Shingleback (Tiliqua rugosa) with a malignant cancer (lymphoma)](https://www.arwh.org/shingleback-tiliqua-rugosa-with-a-malignant-cancer-lymphoma/) - Registry case number TARZ-10121_1 (Pathologist: Dr Lydia Tong) CASE HISTORY: This aged (25 years), captive, male lizard (weight 623 g) was found to have an oral mass on the right side of the maxilla resulting in tooth displacement. When touched, teeth easily fell out. The mass was reported to have developed within a two week
- [Australian Fur Seal (Arctocephalus pusillus doriferus) with a shark bite wound targeted because of illness?](https://www.arwh.org/australian-fur-seal-arctocephalus-pusillus-doriferus-with-a-shark-bite-wound-targeted-because-of-illness/) - We would like to thank ORRCA for their continued vigilance in observing and assisting marine mammals on the NSW coastline and for often being the first line of enquiry for the public regarding these animals. We would also like to thank the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, the RSPCA, and veterinarians, who are often
- [Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus aculeatus) with severe sparganosis and mycobacteriosis](https://www.arwh.org/short-beaked-echidna-tachyglossus-aculeatus-aculeatus-with-severe-sparganosis-and-mycobacteriosis/) - History An adult female echidna was found on a road in Cromer, NSW and taken to a local veterinary hospital. The echidna was not moving well and was sent to Taronga Wildlife Hospital for assessment. The echidna presented with a large lump on its back (Image) and was subject to x-ray under anaesthesia where it
- [Great Barred Frog (Mixophyes fasciolatus) with Chytridiomycosis and Mycobacteriosis](https://www.arwh.org/great-barred-frog-chytridiomycosis-and-mycobacteriosis/) - An adult, male, wild caught frog from the North Coast (Watagans National Park, Cooranbong NSW) 01/01/15, was housed in a group of 13 other M. fasciolatus at a research facility. The frog was found on the morning of 16/06/15 lying on its back, minimally responsive. Euthanasia with MS-222 was elected, and tissues were sent to

## Pages

- [Welcome to the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health](https://www.arwh.org/) - The Australian Registry of Wildlife Health is committed to the preservation of Australia’s biodiversity through increased understanding of the interaction among animals, the environment, and disease causing agents.
- [Resources](https://www.arwh.org/resources/) - For a complete list of Registry publications, please click HERE Please also see the 'Common Diseases' tab for more interesting information and links to publications. Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Preparedness Resources - Registry/DPIRD This collection of resources has been developed to strengthen preparedness and support effective training for those involved in responding to High Pathogenicity
- [Avian Influenza Training](https://www.arwh.org/h5-hpai-fieldofficertraining/) - Welcome to H5 High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) Training, developed by the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health. This training series provides practical guidance for personnel involved in HPAI surveillance and response. Through these modules, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to work safely and effectively in the field — from understanding the disease and
- [Dr. Heather Fenton](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-heather-fenton/) - Dr. Heather Fenton started with the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health in October 2022 as Wildlife Veterinary Pathologist, where she will be leading the diagnostic pathology program. Dr. Heather Fenton studied veterinary pathology with the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative in Prince Edward Island, achieving American College of Veterinary Pathology diplomacy in 2014. She then led
- [About](https://www.arwh.org/about/) - The Australian Registry of Wildlife Health was founded at Taronga Zoo in 1985 and has since grown into a diagnostic and resource centre. The Registry focuses on detecting and diagnosing endemic, emerging and exotic diseases of wildlife that could have impacts on Australia’s trade/economy, biodiversity, tourism and human health. Learn more about the Registry staff
- [Nicole Dobson - Admin Assistant](https://www.arwh.org/about/nicole-dobson-admin-assistant/) - Nicole joined the Registry team in February 2022 on a part-time basis as an administrative assistant. Her role includes maintaining records, preparing reports, website maintenance, data and sample inventories, volunteer support and literature reviews. Nicole has previously volunteered as a keeper at Taronga, an experience which inspired her to pursue a career in the environment/conservation
- [Video Resources](https://www.arwh.org/video-resources/) - Welcome to the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health Video Resource Hub. Here you’ll find a wide range of resources, including necropsy training videos, high pathogenicity avian influenza field officer training videos, and recordings from both the 2019 and 2024 Wildlife Health and Pathology Short Courses and Symposiums. These resources also include other presentations and materials
- [Wildlife Health and Pathology Short Courses 2024](https://www.arwh.org/wildlife-health-and-pathology-short-courses-2024/) - This video series captures key presentations and practical demonstrations from the 2024 Wildlife Health and Pathology short course, delivered at the Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia, during February 2024. The course was designed to build knowledge and skills in wildlife disease investigation, pathology, and biosecurity. Through these sessions, participants gain
- [Wildlife Health and Pathology Short Courses 2019](https://www.arwh.org/wildlife-health-and-pathology-short-courses-2019/) - This video series captures key presentations and practical demonstrations from the 2019 Wildlife Health and Pathology short course, held at the Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia during February 2019. The short course was designed to build knowledge and skills in wildlife disease investigation, pathology, and biosecurity. Through these sessions, participants
- [2019 Translocation Symposium Videos](https://www.arwh.org/2019-translocation-symposium-videos/) - The Wildlife Translocation Symposium took place at the Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo, Sydney, Australia, in February 2019. These recordings capture presentations and discussions from experts across conservation, wildlife health, and land management sectors, exploring the science, policy, and practice of wildlife translocations in Australia. The symposium highlighted lessons learned, emerging challenges, and
- [Marine Necropsy Training Videos](https://www.arwh.org/necropsy-training-videos/) - Welcome to the marine necropsy training video series developed by the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health. These resources have been created to support veterinarians, researchers, and biosecurity personnel in building practical skills for conducting wildlife necropsies safely and effectively. Through these step-by-step demonstrations, you’ll gain insights into standardised techniques, sample collection, and best-practice procedures that
- [Amphibian Disease Knowledgebase](https://www.arwh.org/amphibian-disease-knowledgebase/) - The aim of this page is to provide high quality information on diseases of amphibians, with a focus on diseases of significance in wild populations. We aim to collate global amphibian disease resources and up-to-date information, particularly related to chytridiomycosis and amphibian declines. The site includes scientific publications, management plans and applied protocols useful to
- [Dr. Lydia Marwood - Veterinary Pathologist](https://www.arwh.org/about/about-dr-lydia-tong/) - Lydia is Taronga Zoo's zoo and wildlife pathologist and is responsible for conducting diagnostic surgical pathology and necropsy of any and all animals in Taronga's care. Lydia trained in veterinary medicine at the University of Cambridge and did her post-graduate training in pathology at the University of Sydney. She has a diverse professional background as a
- [Laura Pulscher, PhD 2022, Christmas Island flying-fox health](https://www.arwh.org/about/laura-pulscher/) - Laura Pulscher completed her PhD in 2022 through the University of Sydney studying the impacts of nutrition, toxicology and infectious disease on the Christmas Island flying-fox. Laura comes from a strong background in infectious disease research and is particularly interested in the intersection between human, animal and environmental health with an emphasis on wildlife infectious
- [Jessica Agius, PhD 2021, Christmas Island reptile health](https://www.arwh.org/about/jessica-agius/) - Jess Agius completed her PhD in 2021 at the University of Sydney, investigating and combating an emerging bacterial disease that is threatening endangered Christmas Island reptiles. Jess graduated from the University of Sydney with First Class Honours in Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Bioscience, majoring in Animal Health and Disease. Her Honours project involved the
- [Chris Todd, PhD 2020, Christmas Island flying-fox ecology](https://www.arwh.org/about/chris-todd/) - Chris Todd completed his PhD in 2020 after studying the ecology and conservation of the Critically Endangered Christmas Island flying-fox with Western Sydney University’s Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment. Chris’s research interests focus on the ecology and conservation of bats on islands. Chris received a Bachelors of Science from Rutgers University in Natural Resource Management
- [Annabel Dorrestein, PhD 2023, Christmas Island Flying-fox ecology](https://www.arwh.org/about/annabel-dorrestein/) - Annabel Dorrestein completed her PhD in 2023 at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment, Western Sydney University, studying the social organisation of the critically endangered Christmas Island flying-fox (CIFF; Pteropus melanotus natalis). Her project focused on observing and describing the social interactions and structure of the CIFF, and determining what the underlying social ecological pressures
- [Dr. Cath Walker - Volunteer](https://www.arwh.org/dr-cath-walker-volunteer/) - Cath has been volunteering at the Registry since 2016, and currently organises the Registry’s Facebook page. She graduated from University of Sydney with a BVSc in 1978. After a stint in the UK, Cath joined Seaforth Veterinary Hospital as an associate and later practice principal, during which time she was awarded a graduate diploma in
- [Dr. David Phalen - Veterinarian](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-david-phalen/) - Dr. David Phalen is the Director of the Wildlife Health and Conservation Centre at the University of Sydney. He teaches Conservation Biology to Veterinary and Bioscience students and clinical wildlife and exotic animal medicine to 5th year Veterinary students. He teaches and is the co-coordinator for the Applied Masters of Wildlife Health and Population Management.
- [Forms](https://www.arwh.org/forms/) - Purchase Registry Pathology Education Materials via our secure online store below: Browse Registry Materials
- [Amphibian Disease Resources](https://www.arwh.org/amphibian-disease-knowledgebase/amphibian-disease-resources/) - Collective information about Amphibian Diseases.
- [Dr. Bryn Lynar - Volunteer](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-bryn-lynar-volunteer/) - Having enjoyed working on his family’s sheep farm in his teens, Bryn decided on a career in animal husbandry, completing a B Agr in 1974 and BVSc in 1978. After a year’s work in Double Bay and a year travelling in Europe, Bryn and his wife moved to the country to work in Canberra and
- [Registry Pathology Materials](https://www.arwh.org/registry-pathology-materials/) - Purchase Registry Pathology Education Materials via our secure online store below: Browse Registry Materials
- [Common Diseases](https://www.arwh.org/common-diseases/) - This document is made available through the kind cooperation of the Post Graduate Foundation in Veterinary Science, Sydney University. The information and materials contained in this section of the site are subject to copyright and are for individual educational use only. Authorisation should be sought from the Registry for any other use of these materials.
- [Amphibians](https://www.arwh.org/common-diseases/amphibians/)
- [Mammals](https://www.arwh.org/common-diseases/mammals/)
- [Karina Hammond - Volunteer](https://www.arwh.org/karina-hammond/) - Karina is a Technical Officer at the Brain and Mind Centre where she examines brains of the deceased to help determine cause of death for the Coroner. The Brain and Mind Centre are also involved in research in degenerative brain diseases, brain Cancer studies and are the Australian Sports Brain Bank (ASBB). Karina has a
- [Quarantine and Control](https://www.arwh.org/amphibian-disease-knowledgebase/quarantine-and-control/)
- [Useful Links](https://www.arwh.org/useful-links/) - This section of the site presents useful contacts and links with organisations that may be able to assist with information or help with problem solving in wildlife management. The ARWH also maintains a database of individuals with expertise in most areas of wildlife health work in Australia. Access to this list is available to members
- [Reptiles](https://www.arwh.org/common-diseases/reptiles/)
- [Birds](https://www.arwh.org/common-diseases/birds/)
- [Paul Thompson - Laboratory Technical Officer, Taronga Zoo](https://www.arwh.org/about/paul-thompson/) - After obtaining his Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) from the Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, Paul worked as a microbiologist in a number of Australian hospitals before moving to the United States. Paul worked for several years as a specialist microbiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA while also working
- [Jane Hall - Wildlife Health Project Officer](https://www.arwh.org/about/jane-hall/) - Jane is the Registry’s Wildlife Health Project Officer. She has over 15 years’ research experience spanned biology, ecology, wildlife health and pathology, conservation sciences, and data management. Projects have included a wide variety of species including amphibians, birds, reptiles and terrestrial and aquatic mammals in both remote and metropolitan locations. Research projects have been conducted
- [Contact Us](https://www.arwh.org/contact-us/) - Contact the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health at: arwh@taronga.org.au.
- [Useful Websites](https://www.arwh.org/amphibian-disease-knowledgebase/useful-websites/) - The links below concentrate on sites that deal with diseases of wild amphibians and also some on general amphibian conservation. If you have any suggestion for websites to add to this list please contact us. Please also let us know if you find that any of these links are broken and we will do our
- [Interesting Cases](https://www.arwh.org/interesting-cases/) - Welcome to the Interesting Case section of the Registry Website. Browse through interesting cases submitted by Registry users, view illustrated case reports, download quarterly case summaries, and submit interesting cases to the website or Registry’s Pathology Database within this section of the site. View Case Blog Interesting cases can also be submitted by post or
- [Illustrated Reports](https://www.arwh.org/illustrated-reports/)
- [Events](https://www.arwh.org/events/) - Welcome to the Registry's events feeds. We aim to provide you with the latest access to workshops, conferences and events on biodiversity and animal disease study from across the globe.
- [Dr. David Spratt - Parasitologist](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-david-spratt/) - Dr. Dave Spratt is an Honorary Fellow in the Australian National Wildlife Collection, National Research Collections Australia, CSIRO, based in Canberra and has substantial experience in many aspects of wildlife parasitology and in zoonotic diseases. Dave became interested in working with wildlife while assisting in timber wolf ecology studies at the Wildlife Research Centre in
- [Dr. Larry Vogelnest - Senior Veterinarian, Taronga Zoo](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-larry-vogelnest/) - Dr. Larry Vogelnest is the senior veterinarian at Taronga Zoo and manages the Taronga Wildlife Hospital. Dr Vogelnest graduated with a BVSc degree from the University of Sydney in 1984. He then worked in a mixed private practice before travelling overseas and working in England. On return to Australia he worked in an avian practice
- [Dr. Peter Johnson - Volunteer](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-peter-johnson/) - Peter graduated with a BVSc from the University of Sydney in 1979. He was a field veterinary officer for the NSW Department of Agriculture based at Bourke in north western NSW working on the BTEC campaign and doing property visits and livestock disease investigations. He moved to the Veterinary Research Station at Glenfield in 1985
- [Dr. Hannah Bender - Veterinary Pathologist](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-hannah-bender/) - Hannah is a veterinary pathologist with a long held interest in wildlife health and conservation. After graduating from the University of Sydney’s faculty of Veterinary Science in 2005, Hannah undertook a PhD studying the genomic basis of Tasmanian devil facial tumour disease (DFTD) at The Australian National University. Hannah was fortunate to participate in collaborative,
- [Dr. Karrie Rose - Veterinary Pathologist, Registrar](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-karrie-rose/) - Dr. Karrie Rose enjoys a multi-faceted role in wildlife health research, education, and disease investigation as manager of the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health, a program of Taronga Conservation Society Australia. Following in the auspicious footsteps of Registry Founder, Dr. Bill Hartley, Karrie provides diagnostic services, data and advice regarding wildlife health to a broad range
- [Dr. Bill Hartley - Registry Founder](https://www.arwh.org/about/dr-bill-hartley/) - Dr. Bill Hartley founded the Registry in 1985. Although Bill retired in 1998, he continued to be a scientific advisor to the Registry until his passing in September 2014. After qualifying from the Royal Veterinary College in England in 1945, Bill had a distinguished and diverse career in the field of animal disease investigation. In
- [What to do with dead or ill frogs](https://www.arwh.org/amphibian-disease-knowledgebase/what-to-do-with-dead-or-ill-frogs/) - This document will assist you in deciding what to do with a particular ill or dead frog given the particular circumstances associated with it. by Lee Berger and Rick Speare School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Qld, 4811.

## Events

- [H5 Bird Flu (HPAI) Info Sharing Session for Wildlife Carers](https://www.arwh.org/events/h5-bird-flu-hpai-info-sharing-session-for-wildlife-carers/) - H5 Bird Flu (HPAI) Info Sharing Session for Wildlife Carers Location: Online Host/s: International Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre Dates: 6 August 2026 Register free here
- [2026 Conference of the Ecological Society of Australia](https://www.arwh.org/events/2026-conference-of-the-ecological-society-of-australia/) - 2026 Conference of the Ecological Society of Australia 2026 Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Conference Location: Brisbane, Qld Host/s: Ecological Society of Australia Dates: November – 4 December 2026 ESA 2026 will bring together ecological researchers, environmental consultants, government policy advisers, land management practitioners, industry professionals and students from across Australia. As the national gathering
- [Wildlife Disease Association 2026](https://www.arwh.org/events/wildlife-disease-association-2026/) - Location: Chicago, IL Host/s: Wildlife Disease Association Dates: 26-31 July 2026 The 74th Annual International Conference of the Wildlife Disease Association will be held in Chicago, Illinois, United States. This year’s theme is "Thriving Together: Urban One Health and Ecosystem Resiliency." With over half of the world’s population living in urban areas, the need to develop
- [Lake District Retreat: Small Animal CPD/CE & Mental Wellbeing](https://www.arwh.org/events/lake-district-retreat-small-animal-cpd-ce-mental-wellbeing/) - Lake District Retreat: Small Animal CPD/CE & Mental Wellbeing with Breathtaking Views Thu 8 – Sun 11 October, 2026 Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, Windemere, Lake District, UK Speakers: Sam Mauchlen BVM&S, PGCertVetEd, FHEA – IMV Imaging, UK Anusha Balakrishnan DACVECC – Veterinary Emergency Group, USA Laura Woodward CertVR, CertSAS – Laura Woodward Counselling, Ireland Reignite Your Passion at VetPD’s Lake District Veterinary Retreat Escape
- [National Koala Conference 2026](https://www.arwh.org/events/national-koala-conference-2026/) - National Koala Conference 2026 Location: Port Macquarie, NSW Host/s: Koala Conservation Australia Dates: 20- 22 July 2026 "Since the last national conference in 2023, our knowledge of koalas and their habitats have deepened. Advances in monitoring technology, progress in disease management, and bold initiatives in breeding and translocation are reshaping koala conservation. Combined with tireless
- [16th International Congress of Parisitology](https://www.arwh.org/events/16th-international-congress-of-parisitology/) - 16TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF PARISITOLOGY Aug 16-21, 2026 Montreal, Canada Under the theme “Parasites in a Changing World”, Program Proposals and Abstract Submissions for ICOPA 2026 now open. All parasitology specialists are invited to submit their symposium proposals by November 10, 2025 and share their abstracts by February 2, 2026. ICOPA brings together leading scientists, researchers, and practitioners
- [World One Health Congress](https://www.arwh.org/events/world-one-health-congress/) - 9th World One Health Congress Location: Lisbon, Portugal Host/s: Global One Health Community Dates: 4-7 September 2026 We are excited to share that our COO, Dr Tiggy Grillo, is part of the Scientific Program Committee for the 9th World One Health Congress to be held next year. As the Congress brings together global experts to advance science and policy,

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