Is it necessary to feed my pet reptile live prey?
There are very few, if any, vertebrate-eating reptile species who will not eat anything other than live food in captivity....
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What happens to joeys when female kangaroos are shot?
Much of the public concern about the shooting of kangaroos stems from the killing of females and the resultant death... -
Is there a need to kill kangaroos or wallabies?
Due to a range of factors, including traditional farming practices, provision of man-made water sources, and land disturbance, kangaroo populations can reach... -
What is the difference between non-commercial and commercial kangaroo shooting?
All kangaroo shooters are required to abide by either the Australian National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of... -
Is recreational hunting an effective form of pest animal management?
Recreational hunting causes inevitable pain and suffering to animals and is not an effective form of pest management. In the... -
What is the RSPCA’s view on killing sharks to reduce shark incidents?
The RSPCA has many concerns regarding some of the current methods used in response to shark incidences involving humans. These... -
How can habitat loss affect animal welfare?
Habitat loss and fragmentation are significant threats to the welfare of individual animals, biodiversity and species survival. RSPCA Australia recognises... -
Can enclosed yabby traps harm animals and are they legal to use?
Despite bans and restrictions being placed on the opera house net trap in different states and territories, they continue to... -
What are the animal welfare (and environmental) issues with the production of palm oil?
Palm oil is a cheap, versatile and very popular vegetable oil. However, its large-scale production has caused a devastating impact... -
How many ducks and quail are wounded due to recreational hunting?
In recreational duck and quail hunting people use a shotgun to shoot the birds; this causes inevitable pain and suffering... -
What is the RSPCA’s view on camel tour rides?
The way in which wild camels are used for riding tours can pose many welfare risks, including confinement which may... -
What are glue boards and why are they inhumane?
Glue boards (also known as glue traps) are made of cardboard, plastic or wood covered in an adhesive and are... -
What are the welfare issues with shark incident mitigation strategies?
As human populations continue to grow and coastal areas become more heavily used for recreational activities, the likelihood of encounters... -
Are glue boards legal in Australia?
Glue boards (also known as glue traps) are made of cardboard, plastic or wood covered in an adhesive and are...