Yesterday, visitors to Phillip Island witnessed an unusual, extended sighting of at least five killer whales moving back and forth along the south coast for six hours, a phenomenon highlighted by Killer Whales Australia on Facebook.
In parallel, a comprehensive analysis of 76,663 Wildlife Victoria records collected over a decade has identified 2,399 verified observations of 36 native species that have taken up residence in Victorian homes, as shared on Instagram.
These developments come as Parks Victoria reminds travellers that spring is the ideal season to encounter iconic Australian fauna such as kangaroos, wallabies and wombats in bushland parks.
Wildlife Victoria’s 24/7 call centre recently logged its busiest day ever, underscoring the growing need for rapid response to wildlife incidents. Meanwhile, the SWIFFT program continues to investigate sick and dead wildlife across free‑ranging populations, supporting conservation efforts.