Our Threatened Species Program 2020–2040 brings together First Nations people, landholders, researchers, businesses, government, non-government organisations, volunteers and local communities to deliver critical research, conservation and recovery programs. It details the long-term plan to protect our most vulnerable flora and fauna and mitigate the threats they face.
Queensland is home to 85% of Australia’s mammals, 72% of birds, just over 50% of reptiles and frogs, plus over 14,000 plant species. Many of these species are unique to Queensland.
Sadly, more than 1000 species are on the threatened species list because they are at risk of extinction.
The Queensland Government is dedicated to leading threatened species research, conservation and recovery through both investment and action. By adopting a strategic and coordinated approach with our partners, we are improving the outlook for threatened species and their habitats.
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Threatened species conservation requires ongoing efforts, funding and collaboration with our partners. The Queensland Government’s work to deliver projects that conserve threatened species and mitigate threats is guided by research, monitoring and evaluation.
A threatened species is any plant or animal species that has been assessed as being at risk of extinction. They are assigned to different wildlife classes depending on the degree of risk, based on scientific data. Search the Threatened Species Listing Report for information on all threatened species in Queensland.
There are many opportunities to support the Queensland Government’s Threatened Species Program. Individuals and organisations can help raise awareness of threatened species and contribute to their survival through on-ground action or supporting recovery programs.
Access databases and resources that provide more information about our threatened species. You can also see some threatened species and learn more about them at one of the Queensland Government's Gateway Visitor Centres.
Read our case studies to learn more about the actions we’re taking to protect and recover threatened species and their habitats.
Queensland has over 1000 threatened animal and plant species, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Learn about some of the priority species the Queensland Government is working to recover and our partnerships to conserve them. The Threatened species listing report provides detailed information on Queensland's threatened species.
