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- Phillip Island implemented a comprehensive conservation program to address the declining little penguin population.
- The initiative involved removing invasive red foxes and rehabilitating natural habitats by buying back and dismantling the Summerland Estate.
- Sustained monitoring and community cooperation supported the increase of the penguin population from 12,000 to 40,000.
- This multi-decade effort demonstrates that consistent intervention and habitat restoration are vital for wildlife recovery.
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- Continued management of feral cats and other introduced predators
- Ongoing monitoring of marine feeding habits and ocean health impacts
- Sustained efforts to maintain the fox-free status of the island
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Named Australia · Phillip Island · Bunurong people · Helen Macpherson Smith Trust · Penguin Foundation · Phillip Island Nature Parks · Victorian Government
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