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Reporting injured wildlife on campus

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Australian koala on campusUQ's campuses are rich in native flora which attracts an abundance of wildlife.

What to do if you find injured wildlife on campus

If you find a sick, injured or orphaned animal on campus:

  • Assess whether the animal needs rescuing, is in immediate danger, sick or injured. Young birds found on the ground are often still being cared for by their parents.
  • Do not attempt to handle animals, especially ones that can cause serious injury or disease such as bats or snakes.
  • Do not offer food or water as feeding an animal in shock can be fatal.
  • For on-campus assistance at St Lucia, contact PF Assist on (07) 3365 2222 from 8:30am to 4:30pm (subject to Grounds staff availability).
  • At Gatton, contact the UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital on (07) 5460 1788.
  • Outside business hours and for all other campuses and sites, contact the RSPCA or a local wildlife carer organisation.

Wildlife Hospitals and Carers