DNA project aims to save endangered Rufous scrub-bird

Radio National Breakfast
06/01/2026 6 min
DNA project aims to save endangered Rufous scrub-bird

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The Rufous  scrub-bird is one of the world's oldest surviving species of songbirds.The tiny endangered birds can only be found in isolated rainforest areas of south-eastern Australia, but scientists warn another bad fire season could wipe them out.Guest: Dr Brian Hawkins, senior threatened species officer at the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and WaterProducer: Pip Cook

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