Petition: Stop the Helicopter Killings of Koalas in Victoria, Australia

The tragic culling of over 700 koalas in Budj Bim National Park in Victoria is a horrifying reminder of how our wildlife is being failed by shortsighted policies.

This decision to shoot these beloved creatures from helicopters, after a bushfire ravaged their habitat, was not only a shocking act of cruelty but also a devastating loss to the ecosystem.

Sign this petition to demand the Victorian government stop culling koalas and implement humane, science-based solutions to protect these populations!

Some of the koalas killed were mothers with joeys, leaving helpless young behind to face an uncertain future.

The culling fails to address the underlying causes of koala population pressure – namely habitat destruction from logging, fires, and inadequate wildlife management.

Rather than resorting to mass extermination, there are more effective and compassionate ways to address these issues, including habitat restoration and wildlife corridors.

We cannot afford to continue taking such drastic measures when more humane solutions exist.

We must push the Victorian government to adopt long-term, science-based approaches to koala conservation that focus on preserving their habitats, rescuing those in need, and ensuring a future where these iconic marsupials can thrive.

Sign now to demand that the Victorian government stop the culling and put in place real protections for koalas and their habitats.

This article by Nicholas Vincent was first published by One Green Planet on 19 May 2025. Lead Image: Image Credit :Sumaira35/Shutterstock.

Wildlife in catastrophic decline

The 73% decline in vertebrate wildlife populations during the last 50 years (mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish), is primarily driven by human activities that threaten biodiversity.

Habitat Loss and Degradation – human activities like deforestation, urbanization, and agriculture have led to the destruction and fragmentation of natural habitats, reducing the space and resources available for wildlife.

Pollution – air, water, and soil pollution from industrial activities, agriculture, and other sources can harm wildlife directly or indirectly by affecting their habitats and food sources.

Climate Change – changing weather patterns, rising temperatures, and sea levels are disrupting ecosystems and impacting species’ ability to adapt and survive.

Overexploitation of Resources – unsustainable hunting, fishing, and logging practices can lead to the depletion of populations and the loss of biodiversity.

Invasive Species – the introduction of non-native species can disrupt ecosystems, compete with native species, and threaten their survival.

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